Which of the hydrocarbons are arranged as per the increasing order of their boiling points?
- A. Methane, Butane, Propane, Heptane
- B. Propane, Butane, Pentane, Octane ✓
- C. Propane, Butane, Heptane, Methane
- D. Octane, Ethane, Methane, Propane
Correct Answer: B. Propane, Butane, Pentane, Octane
Explanation
Boiling point of hydrocarbons increases with an increase in the number of carbon atoms (molecular mass).
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