N-Pentane and neopentane share the formula C5H12

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Problem

n-Pentane and neopentane share the formula C5H12, yet n-pentane boils at 36 °C while neopentane boils at 9.5 °C. Explain the difference in their boiling points in terms of London dispersion forces.

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