Chapter 7, Problem 7.121E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The option that shows the correct intermolecular interactions between a $\text{K}$ cation and ${\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$ molecules is to be identified.

Concept Introduction:

The intermolecular forces of attraction are determined by the nature of the molecules. There are different kinds of interactions that exist between two molecules such as hydrogen bonding, dipole-dipole interaction, ion-dipole interaction and London forces.