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The critical temperature of water is hig...

The critical temperature of water is higher than that of `O_(2)` because the `H_(2)O` molecule has

A

fewer electrons than oxygen

B

two covalent bonds

C

`V-` shape

D

dipole moment

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The correct Answer is:
D
Dipole `-` dipole attraction gives rise to more tendency for aggregation.
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