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Which of the following is the best description of propane, CH3CH2CH3, at room temperature?
Options
A liquid, soluble in H2O
B gas, soluble in gasoline
Correct Answer
C liquid, soluble in gasoline
D gas, soluble in water
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Propane (C3H8) is a gas at room temperature (boiling point -42°C). It is nonpolar and soluble in nonpolar solvents like gasoline, but insoluble in water.

Hint

What is the physical state of propane at room temperature?

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Practice Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1072 of 1999
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