Are amines soluble in water?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the solubility of amines in water, which is a topic related to chemistry. We will explore the properties of amines and factors that influence their solubility in water.
Answer
Small amines are very soluble in water.
Small amines of all types are very soluble in water, particularly those with fewer than five carbon atoms.
Answer for screen readers
Small amines of all types are very soluble in water, particularly those with fewer than five carbon atoms.
More Information
The solubility of amines in water decreases with larger molecular sizes or longer hydrocarbon chains due to increased hydrophobic character.
Tips
Be careful not to generalize the solubility of all amines without considering their molecular size.
Sources
- Basic Properties of Amines - Chemistry LibreTexts - chem.libretexts.org
- Physical Properties of Amines - Chemistry LibreTexts - chem.libretexts.org
- Physical Properties of Amines with Characteristics and Classification - BYJU's - byjus.com
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