Question
Amongst the following compunds identify which are insoluble, partially soluble and highly soluble in water?
(i) phenol (ii) toluene (iii) formic acid (iv) ethylene glycol (v) chloroform, (vi) pentanol.
Solution
Insoluble: toluene, chloroform.
Partially soluble: phenol, pentanol.
Highly soluble: formic acid, ethylene glycol.