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What allows covalent compounds like alcohol and carbohydrates to dissolve in water?
ChemistryHydrogenNEET
Options:
  • A Hydrogen bonding with nonpolar molecules
  • B Hydrogen bonding with polar molecules
  • C Low heat capacity of water
  • D High heat capacity of water
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Hydrogen bonding with polar molecules
Covalent compounds like alcohol and carbohydrates dissolve in water due to hydrogen bonding with polar molecules, making water an effective solvent for them.

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