What is the difference between bonds holding together atoms and forces between molecules?

Written Covalent bonds hold atoms together in molecules and polyatomic ions where as intermolecular forces hold molecules together in a liquid or solid. Intermolecular forces are generally much weaker than covalent bonds.

Explanation/Evidence: "In contrast to intramolecular forces, such as the covalent bonds that hold atoms together in molecules and polyatomic ions, intermolecular forces hold molecules together in a liquid or solid. Intermolecular forces are generally much weaker than covalent bonds."

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