Which of the following compounds would have the greatest boiling point, and what is the major reason why?   propane (C3H8) or dimethyl ether (CH3OCH3) a)dimethyl ether, due to its dipole-dipole interactions. b)propane, due to its ability to form hydrogen bonds. c)dimethyl ether, due to its ability to form hydrogen bonds. d)propane, due to its dipole-dipole interactions. e)propane, due to its stronger dispersion forces.

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Which of the following compounds would have the greatest boiling point, and what is the major reason why?

 

propane (C3H8) or dimethyl ether (CH3OCH3)

a)dimethyl ether, due to its dipole-dipole interactions.
b)propane, due to its ability to form hydrogen bonds.
c)dimethyl ether, due to its ability to form hydrogen bonds.
d)propane, due to its dipole-dipole interactions.
e)propane, due to its stronger dispersion forces.
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