Ethanol (CH3CH2OH) and dimethyl ether (CH3OCH3) are constitutional isomers. (a) Predict which of the two has the higher boiling point. (b) Predict which of the two is more soluble in water.

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Ethanol (CH3CH2OH) and dimethyl ether (CH3OCH3) are constitutional isomers.

(a) Predict which of the two has the higher boiling point.

(b) Predict which of the two is more soluble in water.

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