Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 12
Which of the following statements about the physical properties and reactions of aldehydes and ketones is correct?
A
Aldehydes have lower boiling points than alcohols due to the absence of hydrogen bonding.
B
Both aldehydes and ketones are gases at room temperature.
C
Aldehydes are generally more stable than ketones.
D
The boiling points of aldehydes and ketones are lower than those of ethers.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Aldehydes have lower boiling points than alcohols because they lack intermolecular hydrogen bonding, while their boiling points are higher than hydrocarbons and ethers of similar molecular masses due to dipole-dipole interactions.
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