ExamBro
ExamBro
MHT CET · Chemistry · Carboxylic Acid Derivatives

Which compound from following has highest boiling point?

  1. A \(\mathrm{n}^{-}-\mathrm{C}_4 \mathrm{H}_9 \mathrm{OH}\)
  2. B \(\left(\mathrm{CH}_3\right)_3 \mathrm{C}-\mathrm{NH}_2\)
  3. C \(\mathrm{C}_2 \mathrm{H}_5 \mathrm{~N}\left(\mathrm{CH}_3\right)_2\)
  4. D \(\mathrm{C}_2 \mathrm{H}_5 \mathrm{COOH}\)
Verified Solution

Answer & Solution

Correct Answer

(D) \(\mathrm{C}_2 \mathrm{H}_5 \mathrm{COOH}\)

Step-by-step Solution

Detailed explanation

Intermolecular hydrogen bonding is maximum in carboxylic acids. Hence, among the given compounds, \(\mathrm{C}_2 \mathrm{H}_5 \mathrm{COOH}\) has the highest boiling point.