Why do ethers have lower boiling points than that of an alcohol of the same molecular weight?

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Ethers cannot hydrogen bond to other ethers or other molecules, whereas alcohols can form hydrogen bonds with other alcohols and water molecules. Hydrogen bonding leads to stronger intermolecular forces and higher boiling points. Additionally, choice B is not relevant as alcohols also contain oxygen but have higher boiling points. Choice C is incorrect as higher flammability does not relate to boiling point, and D is also incorrect as ethers generally have lower boiling points than alcohols.

Why Do Ethers Have Lower Boiling Points Than That of an Alcohol