Which of the following has the highest boiling point?
A) 2,2,4-triethylpentane
B) nonane
C) 2,2-dimethylbutane
D) 3-methylpentane

Name: Which of the following has the highest boiling point? A) 2,2,4-triethylpentane B) nonane C) 2,2-dimethylbutane D) 3-methylpentane
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Nonane has the highest molecular weight and longest carbon chain, which allows for the most intermolecular interactions (London dispersion forces) between molecules. This results in a higher boiling point compared to the other choices.

Which of the Following Has the Highest Boiling Point