Question:

Which from following is a correct decreasing order of water solubilities of organic compounds?

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More hydrogen bonding = more water solubility.
Updated On: Apr 26, 2026
  • Alcohols \(>\) Amines \(>\) Alkanes
  • Alkanes \(>\) Alcohols \(>\) Amines
  • Amines \(>\) Alcohols \(>\) Alkanes
  • Alcohols \(>\) Alkanes \(>\) Amines
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Concept:
Solubility in water depends on hydrogen bonding with water molecules. Step 1: Analyze hydrogen bonding ability.
  • Alcohols → strong H-bonding (O-H group)
  • Amines → moderate H-bonding (N-H)
  • Alkanes → no H-bonding

Step 2: Compare polarity. \[ \text{Alcohols}>\text{Amines}>\text{Alkanes} \]
Step 3: Conclusion. Correct order is option (A).
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