Higher carboxylic acids are insoluble in water due to
A. increased hydrophobic interaction of the hydrocarbon part
B. decreased hydropophobic interaction of the hydrocaarbon part
C. Both (a) and (b)
D. None of the above

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Correct Answer - A
Higher carboxylic acids are partically insoluble in water due to the increased hydrophobic interaction of hydrocarbon part.

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