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Arrange the following in the increasing order of their boiling points: CH3CHO, CH3COOH, CH3CH2OH - Chemistry

Arrange the following in the increasing order of their boiling points: CH₃CHO, CH₃COOH, CH₃CH₂OH

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The boiling point of a compound depends on intermolecular hydrogen bonding. It is the most in acetic acid, followed by ethanol and then acetaldehyde.

CH₃CHO < CH₃CH₂OH < CH₃COOH

Concept: Physical Properties of Aldehydes and Ketones

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