Why does 1-butanol and cyclohexanol are immiscible whereas 2-methylpropanol and ethylene glycol are miscible?

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1. Why does 1-butanol and cyclohexanol are immiscible whereas 2-methylpropanol and ethylene glycol are miscible?

2. What is the oxidation product of methanol inside the body and why is it harmful?

3. Write your observation based on the acidic properties of each sample

Sample Observation

1-butanol

 

2-butanol

 

2-methyl-propanol

 

 

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