Question 3

(Multiple Choice)

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.

Answer

B