Which compound has higher solubility in water? a. A polar compound or a nonpolar compound? b. A compound that forms H-bonds with water, or a compound that does not form H-bonds with water c. CH3CH2CH2OH or CH3(CH2)4OH

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1. Which compound has higher solubility in water?
a. A polar compound or a nonpolar compound?
b. A compound that forms H-bonds with water, or a compound that does not form H-bonds with water
c. CH3CH2CH2OH or CH3(CH2)4OH
2. Which compound has stronger attractions between molecules?
a. A polar compound or a non-polar compound
b. A compound without O-H or N-H bonds, or a compound with O-H or N-H bonds
3. Which compound is likely to have a higher boiling point?
a. A polar compound without O-H or N-H bonds, or a polar compound with O-H or N-H bonds
b. CH3CH2CH2OH or CH3(CH2)4OH
4. Compare boiling points and solubilities in water for each pair of compounds. Explain your reasoning
a. Ammonia, NH3 and methane, CH4
b. Pentanol, C5H11OH, and pentane, C5H12

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