Why do ethers have lower boiling points than that of an alcohol of the same molecular weight?
A. Ethers do not have hydrogens.
B. Ethers cannot hydrogen bond to other ethers.
C. Ethers are more flammable and vaporize more easily.
D. Ethers have higher boiling points than alcohols.
E. all of the above
Answer: B
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