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Published on: August 12, 2026
Select the incorrect statement,
A
Melting points tend to increase with increasing molecular mass within a series.
B
Many symmetrical molecules have unusually high melting points.
C
Boiling points tend to be lower for highly branched molecules that approach spherical proportions because they have less molecular surface area available for van der Waals' attractions.
D
The first four members of alkanes i.e., 
to 
are liquid in nature.
to are liquid in nature.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
The first four members of alkanes i.e., 
to 
are gases in nature.
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