Why are ionic compounds insoluble in kerosene and petrol?

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Solution

Water is a polar covalent compound. It decreases the electrostatic forces of attraction, resulting in free ions in aqueous solution. Hence, ionic compounds dissolve in water. Kerosene is a non-polar organic solvent and dissolves non-polar covalent compounds.

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