Chapter 14 - Alcohols Flashcards
1
Q
Why is alcohol soluble in water?
A
OH group is a polar molecule and engages in hydrogen bonding
2
Q
What happens to the solubility of alcohols as hydrocarbon chain increases?
A
- Influence of OH group decreases
- Strength of London forces increases
- Solubility decreases
3
Q
Why are alcohols less volatile and have higher boiling points than alkanes?
A
Hydrogen bonds require more energy to break than London forces
