Which of the following is not a physical property of ethers?
Correct answer: D. It is poisonous and is used as a disinfectant in hospitals
- A. They are usually volatile liquids
- B. Show weak hydrogen bonding
- C. They are highly flammable with low boiling points
- D. It is poisonous and is used as a disinfectant in hospitals
Explanation
Ethers are generally volatile liquids with low boiling points because they cannot form strong intermolecular hydrogen bonds. They are also highly flammable. Although they do not hydrogen-bond with themselves, they can form weak hydrogen bonds with water. However, the statement that an ether is poisonous and used as a disinfectant in hospitals is incorrect-this property refers to phenol, not ethers. Therefore, option D is not a physical property of ethers.
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