Question
Chemistry Question on Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
Which of the following statements is not true about alcohols?
A
Lower alochols have fiery taste and strong smell
B
As molecular mass increases the boiling point increases
C
Lower alcohols are water insoluble and their. solubility increases with molecular weight
D
Lower alcohols are water soluble and their solubility decreases with molecular weight
Answer
Lower alcohols are water insoluble and their. solubility increases with molecular weight
Explanation
Solution
All the alcohols are water soluble as alcohol molecules forms extensive hydrogen bonding with the water molecules.