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Which of the following would not mix with each other easily?

Correct answer: C. Water & pentane

  • A. Water & ethanol
  • B. Water & acetone
  • C. Water & pentane
  • D. Water & chloroform

Explanation

Pentane is an organic compound that is non-polar and water is a polar molecule, hence they won't mix together because water cannot form hydrogen bonds with pentane, hence the correct answer is Option C.

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