On the Basis of Intermolecular Forces of Attraction, Rank the Following

question 25

Multiple Choice

On the basis of intermolecular forces of attraction, rank the following three compounds in terms of increasing boiling point. CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₂CH₃ (Pentane) , CHCl₃ (Chloroform) and H₂O (Water)

• A) (lowest bp) Pentane < Chloroform < Water (highest bp)
• B) (lowest bp) Pentane < Water < Chloroform (highest bp)
• C) (lowest bp) Water < Chloroform < Pentane (highest bp)
• D) (lowest bp) Water < Pentane < Chloroform (highest bp)
• E) (lowest bp) Chloroform < Water < Pentane (highest bp)