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Structure and Physical Properties of Ethers

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Ethers containing up to how many carbon atoms are soluble in water, due to their hydrogen bond formation with water molecules?

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3

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Solution

The correct option is A 3

Ethers containing up to 3 carbon atoms are soluble in water, due to their hydrogen bond formation with water molecules.

With increase in the number of C atoms, the solubility of ethers in water decreases.

Option A is correct.

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