NEETChemistryHydrogen
What allows covalent compounds like alcohol and carbohydrates to dissolve in water?
Options
- AHydrogen bonding with nonpolar molecules
- BHydrogen bonding with polar molecules
- CLow heat capacity of water
- DHigh heat capacity of water
Correct answer
B. Hydrogen bonding with polar molecules
Step-by-step solution
Covalent compounds like alcohol and carbohydrates dissolve in water due to hydrogen bonding with polar molecules, making water an effective solvent for them.