The normal boiling points of CH2F2 and CH3F are -52 oC and -78 oC respectively.  Which of the following options best explains the differences in boiling temperatures? a.) CH2F2 is more polarizable as it has more electrons b.) CH3F is less polarizable as it is non-polar  c.) CH3F2 is more polarizable as it is more polar d.) Ch3F is more polarizable as it has more electrons

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The normal boiling points of CH2F2 and CH3F are -52 oC and -78 oC respectively.  Which of the following options best explains the differences in boiling temperatures?

a.) CH2F2 is more polarizable as it has more electrons

b.) CH3F is less polarizable as it is non-polar 

c.) CH3F2 is more polarizable as it is more polar

d.) Ch3F is more polarizable as it has more electrons  

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