Answer the following question: Scientists are performing experiments on two different alkanes, Dipophane and Jothane. The scientists put each alkane into a beaker and begin heating each one at the same time to see which will melt first. During this experiment it is discovered that Dipophane melts before Jothane does. Given the paragraph above, please answer correctly the following question: Which alkane will have a lower boiling point?
Answer:
Dipophane