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Alkyl Halides Physical Properties of Alkyl Halides

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The boiling points of CH₃F, CH₃Cl, CH₃Br and CH₃I generally increase down the series mainly because:

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Correct Answer: C) London dispersion forces increase with molecular size and polarizability.

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Larger and more polarizable electron clouds produce stronger London dispersion forces, increasing boiling point from CH₃F toward CH₃I.

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