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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question
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How does the melting point of propane and ethane compare?
Options
A the melting point of propane is greater.
B the melting point of ethane is greater.
Correct Answer
C the melting points are within 5°C of one another.
D no relationship exists among these alkanes and their melting points.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Ethane has a higher melting point (-183.3°C) compared to propane (-187.7°C). This is due to ethane's more efficient packing in the crystal lattice compared to propane.

Hint

Which has a higher melting point: ethane or propane?

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Practice Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1045 of 1999
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