<p>The melting point of sulphur is higher than that of phosphorous because:</p>
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Question 110 of 200
Multiple Choice
Sulphur has strong vander waal forces
80.99%
Explanation:
Sulphur has weak vander waal forces
6.42%
Explanation:
Phosphorous has strong vander waals forces
4.98%
Explanation:
Phosphorous has weak vander waals forces
7.61%
Explanation:
Explanation
Sulfur molecules have a larger number of electrons compared to phosphorus, leading to stronger van der Waals forces, which result in a higher melting point.