Q81 / 197 · NEET 2009 (Mains) · Chemistry

What is the dominant intermolecular force or bond that must be overcome in converting liquid $\mathrm{CH}_3 \mathrm{OH}$ to a gas -

A
London dispersion force
Correct answer
B
Hydrogen bonding
C
Dipole-dipole interaction
D
Covalent bonds

Solution

Inter molecular force in alcohol is mainly H-bonding

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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