The Solubility Rule "Like Dissolves Like" Is Not Adequate for Predicting

question 54

Multiple Choice

The solubility rule "like dissolves like" is not adequate for predicting solubilities when the solute is a(n)

• A) nonpolar gas
• B) ionic compound
• C) nonpolar liquid
• D) polar gas

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