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Why is the solubility of haloalkanes in water very low?
ChemistryHaloalkanes and HaloarenesNEET
Options:
  • A Haloalkanes aren’t very soluble in water because they can’t form hydrogen bonds.
  • B Haloalkanes form strong hydrogen bonds with water, reducing their solubility.
  • C Haloalkanes ionize in water to form insoluble ions.
  • D Haloalkanes react with water to produce gases, making them insoluble.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Haloalkanes aren’t very soluble in water because they can’t form hydrogen bonds.
Correct Option is : (A)
Haloalkanes aren’t very soluble in water because they can’t form hydrogen bonds.

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