Which of the Following Should Be Most Soluble in Benzene

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should be most soluble in benzene, C₆H₆?

• A)H₂O
• B)CH₃OH
• C)I₂
• D)NaCl
• E)NaNO₃

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