Hexane,a nonpolar solvent,will dissolve which of the following substances?
A)sodium chloride
B)oil
C)ammonium acetate
D)vinegar (acetic acid)
E)none of the above

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Hexane is a nonpolar solvent, meaning it will only dissolve nonpolar compounds. Out of the given substances, only oil is nonpolar and can be dissolved in hexane. Sodium chloride and ammonium acetate are both polar compounds and thus will not dissolve in hexane. Vinegar (acetic acid) is a polar compound as well, and will not dissolve in hexane.

Hexane,a Nonpolar Solvent,will Dissolve Which of the Following Substances