The melting point of TiCl4 (-24°C) lies below those ofTiF4 (284°C) and TiBr4 (38°C). Explain why by considering the covalent-ionic nature of these compounds and theintermolecular forces in each case.

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The melting point of TiCl4 (-24°C) lies below those of
TiF4 (284°C) and TiBr4 (38°C). Explain why by considering the covalent-ionic nature of these compounds and the
intermolecular forces in each case.

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