Single Answer MCQ
Q-00040036

What is true about the boiling point of ethanoic acid compared to ethanol?

1

Lower than ethanol

2

Higher than ethanol

3

Equal to ethanol

4

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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