Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 1285199049
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Chapter 9 - Liquids, Solids, and Materials - Questions for Review and Thought - Topical Questions - Page 421b: 33

Answer

$I_2$

Work Step by Step

Since both molecules are non-polar, we look to london dispersion forces. $I_2$ is much larger than $N_2$, so it has greater london dispersion forces and thus a higher boiling point.
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