Consider the following table
Substitute Meltig point / ºC Boiling point / ºC
P - 78 -25
Q - 8 40
R - 6 150
S 44 280
Which of the substances is a liquid at room temperature and rapidly evaporates on exposure to air?
  • A P
  • B Q
  • C R
  • D S

The correct answer is B. Q

Q has slightly lower boiling point which when expose to air may evaporate rapidly.

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