Asked by Dynora Mariano-Alvarado _ Student - VernonMaloneHS on May 10, 2024
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Which of the following compounds is most soluble in water?
A) acetone
B) cyclohexanone
C) 2-butanone
D) 3-octanone
E) benzophenone
Cyclohexanone
An organic compound with the formula (CH2)5CO, characterized by a six-carbon ring with a ketone functional group.
Benzophenone
An organic compound with the formula (C6H5)2CO, commonly used in organic chemistry as a photoinitiator.
- Understand the principles of solubility and factors affecting solubility in organic compounds.
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Erica FrancoMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Acetone is a polar compound due to the presence of the carbonyl group. It can form hydrogen bonds with water molecules, increasing its solubility in water. The other compounds listed are also ketones, but their structures differ in size and shape, affecting their solubility in water. Cyclohexanone, 2-butanone, and 3-octanone have nonpolar regions that can disrupt the formation of hydrogen bonds, making them less soluble in water. Benzophenone has two nonpolar phenyl groups, further decreasing its solubility in water.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the principles of solubility and factors affecting solubility in organic compounds.