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Howdoes molecular shape and structure give rise to physicalproperties. (e.g, phase, viscosity, boiling point, etc.) of abustance.

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The covalent bonds which hold the molecules together are very strong but these are not related to the physical properties of the substance Physical properties are governed by the intermolecular forces forces attracting one molecule to its neighbours which are van der Waals forces or hydrogen bonds Molecular substances tend to be gases liquids or low melting point solids    See Answer
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