MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #156

A student is studying the properties of ethanol as a solvent. Which of the following is true about ethanol's solubility characteristics?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #156

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A student is studying the properties of ethanol as a solvent. Which of the following is true about ethanol's solubility characteristics?

    • A) High polar solubility and ability to dissolve polar compounds
    • B) High non-polar solubility and ability to dissolve non-polar compounds
    • C) Moderate polar solubility and ability to dissolve moderately polar compounds
    • D) Low solubility and inability to dissolve most compounds

    Answer: High polar solubility and ability to dissolve polar compounds

    Explanation: Ethanol has high polar solubility and can dissolve polar compounds. The other options describe incorrect or incomplete solubility characteristics of ethanol.