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Question

Among the following derivatives of ethane, the one having the highest boiling point is

A

$\ce{C2H5F}$

B

$\ce{C2H5Cl}$

C

$\ce{C2H5Br}$

D

$\ce{C2H5I}$

Answer

$\ce{C2H5I}$

Explanation

Solution

For the same alkyl group, boiling point increases as the size of halogen increases. Thus, $C_2H_5I$ has the highest b.p.