Assuming Roughly Equivalent Molecular Weights, Which of the Following Compounds

question 52

Multiple Choice

Assuming roughly equivalent molecular weights, which of the following compounds has the highest boiling point?

• A) a tertiary amine
• B) a quaternary ammonium salt
• C) an alcohol
• D) an ether
• E) an alkyl chloride

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