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Question:

Isomers of hexane, based on their branching, can be divided into three distinct classes as shown in the figure. The correct order of their boiling point is:

I>II>III

III>I>II

III>II>I

II>III>I

Solution:

The correct order of their boiling point is III>II>I. More the branching in an alkane, lesser will be the surface area, lesser will be the boiling point as weaker will be the intermolecular attractive forces.