Factors that Affect Water Solubility

Question 1

As number of OH groups increases, water solubility __________________ .

Answer 1

increases

Question 2

As number of carbon atoms increases, water solubility ____________________ .

Answer 2

decreases

Question 3

As branching increases, water solubility _____________________ .

Answer 3

increases

Question 4

As surface area increases, water solubility ___________________ .

Answer 4

decreases