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Why are alkanes generally non-polar molecules?
Due to very little difference of electronegativity between carbon and hydrogen and covalent nature of C-C bond or C-H bond.
In which type of solvents are alkanes generally soluble?
Alkanes are soluble in non-polar solvents.
Explain the relationship between molecular weight and boiling point of alkanes.
The boiling point of alkanes increases with increasing molecular weight.
Why do straight-chain alkanes have a higher boiling point compared to their structural isomers?
Straight-chain alkanes have a higher boiling point due to their molecular structure.
How does the melting point of alkanes change with an increase in molecular weight?
The melting point of alkanes increases with an increase in molecular weight.
Why are alkanes difficult to dissolve in water?
Alkanes are hydrophobic and insoluble in water.
Learn about the solubility of alkanes, which are non-polar molecules due to the covalent nature of C-C and C-H bonds. Discover why alkanes are hydrophobic and insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents.
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