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In terms of structure and bonding, explain why propane (RMM=44 ) is a gas at room temperature while ethanol (RMM=46) is a liquid at room temperature
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In terms of structure and bonding, explain why propane (RMM=44 ) is a gas at room temperature while ethanol (RMM=46) is a liquid at room temperature
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The molecules of propane are held together by weak Van der waals forces ; whereas those of ethanol are held together by stronger hydrogen bonds
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