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Why is there a large difference in the boiling points of butanal and butan-1-ol?
ChemistryAldehydes and KetonesNEET
Options:
  • A Butan-1-ol has a more extended carbon chain than butanal.
  • B Butan-1-ol has higher boiling point due to intermolecular hydrogen bonding.
  • C Butan-1-ol has a higher molecular mass than butanal.
  • D Butanal has a polar functional group, making it more volatile.
Solution:
1615 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: Butan-1-ol has higher boiling point due to intermolecular hydrogen bonding.
Correct Option is : (B)
Butan-1-ol has higher boiling point due to intermolecular hydrogen bonding.

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