Based on the structural formulas, which of the following identifies the compound that is more solubl — Bonding Chemistry Question
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Based on the structural formulas, which of the following identifies the compound that is more soluble in water and best helps to explain why?
A.
Ethane, because the electron clouds of its molecules are more polarizable than those of propanol.
B.
Ethane, because its molecules can fit into the spaces between water molecules more easily than those of propanol can.
C.
Propanol, because its molecules have a greater mass than the molecules of ethane have.
D.✓ Correct
Propanol, because its molecules can form hydrogen bonds with water molecules but those of ethane cannot.
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