Single Answer MCQ
Q-00040036
What is true about the boiling point of ethanoic acid compared to ethanol?
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Lower than ethanol
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Higher than ethanol
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Equal to ethanol
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Unrelated
Answer and Solution
Answer
B. Higher than ethanol
Solution:
Ethanoic acid has a higher boiling point than ethanol due to stronger hydrogen bonding caused by its carboxylic group. The relationship is specific to their molecular structures.
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