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Ethanol (CH3CH2OH) and dimethyl ether (CH3OCH3) are constitutional isomers. (a) Predict which of the two has the higher boiling point. (b) Predict which of the two is more soluble in water.

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Chapter2: Chemical Compounds

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Ethanol (CH₃CH₂OH) and dimethyl ether (CH₃OCH₃) are constitutional isomers.

(a) Predict which of the two has the higher boiling point.

(b) Predict which of the two is more soluble in water.

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