Which compound is likely to be the most soluble in water? A)butyl alcohol (CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₂OH) B)ethylene glycol (HOCH₂CH₂OH) C)hexane (C₆H₁₄) D)benzene (C₆H₁₂) E)iodine (I₂)

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Ethylene glycol has a polar end (the hydroxyl group) and a nonpolar end (the hydrocarbon chain). This makes it a good candidate for dissolving in water, which is a polar solvent. The other compounds listed are either nonpolar (hexane and benzene) or have a large nonpolar portion (butyl alcohol), making them less likely to dissolve in water. Iodine is a nonpolar molecule and also has a very low solubility in water.

Which Compound Is Likely to Be the Most Soluble in Water