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CHM 102 Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods Objective Question
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Which alkane isomer has the lowest boiling point for C5H12?
Options
A n-pentane
B 2-methylbutane
C 2,2-dimethylpropane
Correct Answer
D cyclopentane
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

2,2-dimethylpropane (neopentane) boils at 10°C, the lowest due to maximum branching.

Hint

Most spherical molecule.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 110 of 1999
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