MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #309

Comparing substances of similar molecular mass, which of the following has the lowest boiling point due to the absence of hydrogen bonding?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #309

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Comparing substances of similar molecular mass, which of the following has the lowest boiling point due to the absence of hydrogen bonding?

    • A) Propan-1-ol
    • B) Ethanoic acid
    • C) Butane
    • D) Propanal

    Answer: Propanal

    Explanation: Aldehydes have lower boiling points than alcohols because they cannot form intermolecular hydrogen bonds. Alkanes have even lower boiling points due to London forces.