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Which of the following has the highest boiling point?

A

`H_2O`

B

`H_2S`

C

`H_2Se`

D

`H_2Te`

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The correct Answer is:
A
Among all the hydrides of Group 16, `H_2O` has the highest b.p. This is due to extensive H-bonding in water which persist even in liquid state.
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