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In Chemistry / High School | 2014-03-22

Which of the following best explains why 1-butanol, CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₂OH, has a higher surface tension than its isomer, diethyl ether, CH₃CH₂OCH₂CH₃?

A. The higher density of 1-butanol
B. The lower specific heat of 1-butanol
C. The lack of hydrogen bonding in 1-butanol
D. The higher molecular mass of 1-butanol
E. The presence of hydrogen bonding in 1-butanol

Asked by KimberlyKittles678

Answer (3)

As the H bond of the butanol is more effective and strong than Van der Waals forces of the ether the surface tension in alcohol is more intensive.
So the correct answer is e)

Answered by Olórin | 2024-06-10

1-butanol has a higher surface tension than diethyl ether because of the presence of hydrogen bonding in 1-butanol, which is due to its -OH group. So the correct option is E. ;

Answered by ArmyArcherd | 2024-06-18

1-butanol has a higher surface tension than diethyl ether because of hydrogen bonding, which is present in 1-butanol due to its -OH group. Diethyl ether lacks this feature, resulting in weaker intermolecular forces. Therefore, the correct option is E: The presence of hydrogen bonding in 1-butanol.
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Answered by ArmyArcherd | 2024-09-30

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