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Assertion: The boiling point of the compounds increases in the order: Isopropylchloride < l-Chloropropane< 1-Chlorobutane.
Reason : Boiling point depends upon the molecular mass and surface area.

A

If both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B

If both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C

If (A) is correct, but (R) is incorrect.

D

If both (A) and (R) are incorrect.

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The correct Answer is:
A
Branched chain isomers have lower b.p. as van der Waals forces depend on surface area and molecular mass.
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