Question

Select the correct statement about the boiling point of isomeric pentanes:
(a) Neopentane has maximum boiling point due to maximum branching
in chain.
(b) Branching does not affect the boiling point of isomer pentanes.
(c) n-pentane has maximum boiling point due to maximum surface area.
(d) Isopentane has minimum boiling point due to two methyl groups on
same carbon.

Answer 1

Answer:

a) Neopentane has maximum boiling point due to maximum branching

in chain.