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molecular solid

In chemistry, solid composed of molecules that are held together by relatively weak intermolecular forces. Such solids are low-melting and tend to dissolve in organic solvents. Examples of molecular solids are sulphur, ice, sucrose, and solid carbon dioxide.



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