Why Do Carboxylic Acids Have Higher Boiling Points Than Similar

question 83

Multiple Choice

Why do carboxylic acids have higher boiling points than similar alcohols or aldehydes?

• A)They form dimers that are relatively stable.
• B)They are more water soluble.
• C)They have higher molecular weights.
• D)They have an additional oxygen atom.
• E)The carboxylic acid chain is not linear.

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