MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #1747

Glycerol is more viscous than ethanol at the same temperature. This difference in physical property is directly related to:

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #1747

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Glycerol is more viscous than ethanol at the same temperature. This difference in physical property is directly related to:

    • A) Molar mass differences
    • B) Extent of hydrogen bonding
    • C) London dispersion forces
    • D) Dipole-dipole interactions

    Answer: Extent of hydrogen bonding

    Explanation: Three hydroxyl groups per molecule create a dense hydrogen bond network. Option A fails as ethanol only possesses one hydroxyl group.