Chlorinated Hydrocarbons, Such as Carbon Tetrachloride CCl₄, Make Good Dry

question 105

Multiple Choice

Chlorinated hydrocarbons, such as carbon tetrachloride CCl₄, make good dry cleaning solvents because

• A) they dissolve in water.
• B) they dissolve water insoluble stains, like grease and oil.
• C) they are not liquids at room temperature.
• D) they cause no significant health problems.

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