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What is the primary reason for the low solubility of haloalkanes in water?
ChemistryHaloalkanes and HaloarenesNEET
Options:
  • A Strong hydrogen bonding with water
  • B Weak attractions between haloalkanes and water
  • C High energy content of haloalkanes
  • D Strong intermolecular attractions with water
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Weak attractions between haloalkanes and water
The solubility of haloalkanes in water is low because the attractions between haloalkanes and water are not as strong as the original hydrogen bonds in water.

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