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MHT CET · Chemistry · Hydrocarbons

Which isomer of \(\mathrm{C}_6 \mathrm{H}_{14}\) has highest boiling point?

  1. A Hexane
  2. B 3-Methylpentane
  3. C 2-Methylpentane
  4. D 2,2-Dimethylbutane
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Correct Answer

(A) Hexane

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(i) Boiling point \(\propto\) Molar mass
(ii) In isomers
Boiling point \(\propto \frac{1}{\text { Branching }}\)