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The boiling point of C2H5OH is much higher than that of dimethyl ether, though both have the same molecular weight The reason for this is:
Q. The boiling point of
C
2
H
5
O
H
is much higher than that of dimethyl ether, though both have the same molecular weight The reason for this is:
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Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
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A
Dipole moment of
C
2
H
5
O
H
is less
B
Ether is insoluble in water
C
C
2
H
5
O
H
Shows hydrogen bonding
D
Methyl group are attached to oxygen in ether
Solution:
Due to hydrogen bond the boiling point of ethyl alcohol is higher than dimethyl ether. Dimethyl ether is not capable to form
H
- bond.