Which of the following carboxylic acids is highly insoluble

Which of the following carboxylic acids is highly insoluble
A. Propanoic acid
B. Butanoic acid
C. Pentanoic acid
D. Decanoic acid

Monjur Alahi

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2025-01-04 04:42

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Salim Ahmed Kawsar

Correct Answer - D
Higher carboxylic acids are paractically insoluble in water due to the increased hydrophobic interaction of hydrocarbon part. Thus, decanoic acid is highly insoluble in water.

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