Which One of the Following Is Most Soluble in Hexane

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Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is most soluble in hexane (C₆H₁₄) ?

• A)CH₃OH
• B)CH₃CH₂CH₂OH
• C)CH₃CH₂OH
• D)CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₂OH
• E)CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₂CH₂OH

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Definitions:

Neutrons

Particles within an atom's nucleus that carry no electric charge and have a mass marginally greater than that of protons.

Atomic Weight

The average mass of atoms of an element, calculated using the relative abundance of isotopes in a naturally-occurring element.

Structural Formula

A type of chemical formula that shows the spatial arrangement of the atoms in a molecule. Compare with the simplest formula and molecular formula.

Molecular Formula

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