Question
Chemistry Question on Solutions
A perfectly ideal solution is rare but some solutions behave nearly ideal. Which of the following does not fall in this category?
A
n-hexane and n-heptane
B
Ethanol and acetone
C
Benzene and toluene
D
Bromoethane and chloroethane
Answer
Ethanol and acetone
Explanation
Solution
Ethanol and acetone have significantly different polarities and hydrogen bonding capabilities, leading to deviation from ideal behavior.