Which compound would have the lowest boiling point? A)CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₃ B)CH₃CH₂OCH₂CH₃ C)CH₃CH₂CH₂OH D)(CH₃)₂CHOH E)HOCH₂CH₂OH

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Compound A, being a hydrocarbon, lacks the ability to form hydrogen bonds, which typically result in higher boiling points. The other compounds contain oxygen, which allows for hydrogen bonding or polarity, thus increasing their boiling points.

Which Compound Would Have the Lowest Boiling Point