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federox

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on: May 31, 2013
Why are hydrocarbons insoluble in water?
A) The majority of their bonds are polar covalent carbon-to-hydrogen linkages.
B) The majority of their bonds are nonpolar covalent carbon-to-hydrogen linkages.
C) They are hydrophilic.
D) They exhibit considerable molecular complexity and diversity.
E) They are lighter than water.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 2, 2013
This is what I got for this question: B. Let me know if you need more help!


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Reply #2 on: Jun 5, 2013
Thanks :D


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