Chapter 12, Problem 51E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The explanation of the trend in the melting points of the given compounds is to be determined.

Concept Introduction: The melting point of the substance is directly proportional to the strength of the bond. More is the strength of the bond more will be the melting point.

To determine: The explanation of the trend of the melting point of the given compounds $\text{Y}\left(1522°\text{C}\right)\text{,}\text{Zr}\left(1852°\text{C}\right)\text{,}\text{Nb}\left(2468°\text{C}\right)$ and $\text{Mo}\left(2617°\text{C}\right)$ .