Question

Select the incorrect option :

• A. The aromatic hydrocarbon has a pleasant aroma (smell)
• B. Aromatic hydrocarbons are miscible with water but readily immiscible with non-polar solvents (organic solvents).
• C. The aromatic hydrocarbon exists either in solid or liquid state
• D. Aromatic hydrocarbons are colourless.

Answer 1

The correct option is B Aromatic hydrocarbons are miscible with water but readily immiscible with non-polar solvents (organic solvents).

Physical Properties of Aromatic Hydrocarbons:

1. The aromatic hydrocarbon has a pleasant aroma (smell).
2. Aromatic hydrocarbons are colourless.
3. The aromatic hydrocarbon exists either in solid or liquid state.
4. They burn with a sooty flame.
5. Aromatic hydrocarbons are immiscible with water (polar) but readily miscible with non-polar solvents (organic solvents).