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Alcohols boil at a higher temperature c...

Alcohols boil at a higher temperature compared to alkanes and other compounds of similar molecular weights because

A

its molecular structure is very compact

B

the presence of many isomers

C

the decrease of volatility

D

the presence of hydrogen bond, which cause association of the molecules , raises the molecular weight and reduces the volatility

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The correct Answer is:
D

H bonding is present in alcohol and absent in alkane.
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