Which compound would have the highest boiling point? A) CH₃-O-CH₂-CH₂-CH₃ B) CH₃-CH₂-CH₂-CH₂-CH₃ C) CH₃-CH₂-O-CH₂-CH₃ D) CH₃-CH₂-CH₂-CH₂-OH

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The compound with the highest boiling point will have the strongest intermolecular forces. Looking at the options, compound D has an alcohol group (OH) which can form hydrogen bonds with other molecules, making it the strongest intermolecular force among the options. Hence, compound D will have the highest boiling point.

Which Compound Would Have the Highest Boiling Point