Given what we know, we can confirm that the type of van der Waals interactions that occur between molecules of O2, SCl2, and CH4 in liquids of these substances are the presence of <u>London dispersion forces</u>.
<h3>What are London dispersion forces?</h3>
They are a force of attraction between atoms.
They are generated by electrostatic attraction.
These forces are common between atoms in closeproximity and occur often when compounds have a symmetrical distribution of atoms.
They are generated by the formation of temporary dipoles.
Therefore, given the symmetry of the atoms disposition in these compounds and the temporary dipoles generated by the atoms being in close proximity, we can confirm that the van der Waals forces present in each compound are London dispersion forces.
It's letter C. When ever you read "breaks down" always think decomposition. When you read that compound get together to form "a single" compound, think synthesis.
