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NEET · Chemistry · Aldehydes and Ketones
Why are higher members of aldehydes and ketones generally less...
Why are higher members of aldehydes and ketones generally less soluble in water compared to methanal, ethanal, and propanone?
Options
- AThey form ionic bonds with water
- BThey have larger molecular sizes
- CThey lack hydrogen bonding capability
- DThey have stronger covalent bonds
Correct answer
C. They lack hydrogen bonding capability
Step-by-step solution
Higher members of aldehydes and ketones are generally less soluble in water because they lack the ability to form extensive hydrogen bonds with water molecules.