MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #65

A student attempts to dissolve various alcohols in water at room temperature. Which of the following alcohols will show the lowest solubility?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #65

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A student attempts to dissolve various alcohols in water at room temperature. Which of the following alcohols will show the lowest solubility?

    • A) Methanol
    • B) Ethanol
    • C) 1-Propanol
    • D) 1-Hexanol

    Answer: 1-Hexanol

    Explanation: Increasing the length of the non-polar hydrocarbon chain interferes with the ability of the hydroxyl group to form hydrogen bonds.