Which of the following best describes what happens when molecular compounds melt? A.) Molecules separate into their component atoms. B.) Molecules move more slowly. C.) Molecules arranged in an irregular pattern change to a regular pattern. D.) Molecules arranged in a regular pattern change to an irregular patter.

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Susan Rich

15 December, 21:28

Which of the following best describes what happens when molecular compounds melt? A.) Molecules separate into their component atoms. B.) Molecules move more slowly. C.) Molecules arranged in an irregular pattern change to a regular pattern. D.) Molecules arranged in a regular pattern change to an irregular patter.

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Sage · Answer 1

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option D. When a molecular compound melts, they undergo the process of phase change from solid to liquid therefore m olecules arranged in a regular pattern change to an irregular pattern. Hope this answers the question.