Propanal, an aldehyde with the formula CH3CH2CHO, and n-propylamine have identical molecular weights (59 amu) and identical boiling points (49 C) Which molecule do you expect to be more polar and why?

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Propanal, an aldehyde with the formula CH3CH2CHO, and n-propylamine have identical molecular weights (59 amu) and identical boiling points (49 C) Which molecule do you expect to be more polar and why?

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