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Which of the following has the highest boiling point ?
(i) 2-Methylpentane (ii) 2, 3-Dimethylbutane (iii) 2, 2-Dimethylbutane

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To determine which of the given compounds has the highest boiling point, we need to consider the structural differences and how they affect the boiling point. The compounds in question are: 1. 2-Methylpentane 2. 2,3-Dimethylbutane 3. 2,2-Dimethylbutane ### Step 1: Analyze the Structure of Each Compound - **2-Methylpentane**: This compound has a straight-chain structure with one methyl group attached to the second carbon of pentane. ...
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