Which of the following organic substances is most readily soluble in water?
A)benzene
B)pyridine
C)octane
D)carbon tetrachloride
E)toluene

Question

Which of the following organic substances is most readily soluble in water? 
A)benzene 
B)pyridine 
C)octane 
D)carbon tetrachloride 
E)toluene

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Pyridine is a heterocyclic organic compound with a polar N-H group, which makes it readily soluble in water. Benzene, octane, carbon tetrachloride, and toluene are nonpolar organic compounds, and therefore not soluble in water.

Which of the Following Organic Substances Is Most Readily Soluble