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Question
Which of the following has the greatest solubility in CH3CH2CH2CH3?
Correct Answer
Option D is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The solvent is butane, a nonpolar alkane. The solute with the greatest solubility will be the most nonpolar compound. (CH3)3CH (isobutane, an alkane) is nonpolar and will be most soluble. Methanol, methylamine, and dimethyl ether are polar.
Hint
Which compound is most nonpolar and similar to the solvent?