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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

Question

Which of the following compounds will be most soluble in water at room temperature?
Options
A Phenol
B Phenylammonium chloride
Correct Answer
C Benzoic acid
D Benzylamine
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Phenylammonium chloride (C6H5NH3+Cl-) is an ionic salt and is highly soluble in water. Phenol, benzoic acid, and benzylamine have limited water solubility due to their hydrophobic aromatic rings.

Hint

Which compound is ionic?

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