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Chemistry · Unit 2 · Aqueous solutions and acidity · Aqueous solutions and molarity

Explain that the unique properties of water are related to molecular shape and hydrogen bonding between molecules.

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Explain why water has a higher boiling point than hydrogen sulfide (H\(_2\)S), given that both molecules have similar molecular masses (18 g mol\(^{-1}\) for H\(_2\)O and 34 g mol\(^{-1}\) for H\(_2\)S).

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