Which of following shows maximum boiling point:
Correct answer: A. Primary alcohol
- A. Primary alcohol
- B. Secondary alcohol
- C. Tertiary alcohol
- D. All of above
Explanation
Primary alcohols, with their linear structure and terminal -OH group, exhibit the highest boiling points due to strong intermolecular forces like hydrogen bonding. Secondary and tertiary alcohols, with different structural arrangements, have lower boiling points as a result. Therefore, the correct answer is the Primary alcohol option. Secondary and tertiary alcohols have lower boiling points compared to primary alcohols due to their different structural arrangements and weaker intermolecular forces.
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