A student compares the boiling points of four organic compounds with similar molecular masses. Which compound exhibits a higher boiling point than n-butane but lower than propan-1-ol?
Q1. A student compares the boiling points of four organic compounds with similar molecular masses. Which compound exhibits a higher boiling point than n-butane but lower than propan-1-ol?
Answer: Ethanal
Explanation: Aldehydes have higher boiling points than alkanes due to dipole-dipole forces, but lower than alcohols which possess strong intermolecular hydrogen bonding.