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Why do higher carboxylic acids have a lower odour compared to lower...
Why do higher carboxylic acids have a lower odour compared to lower ones?
Options
- AThey are less polar.
- BThey have weaker dipole-dipole interactions.
- CThey have lower molecular masses.
- DThey have lower vapour pressure.
Correct answer
D. They have lower vapour pressure.
Step-by-step solution
Higher carboxylic acids have lower vapour pressure, which leads to a reduced odour compared to lower ones.