Practice mode Liquids

Why is ethanol completely miscible with water?

Correct answer C. Ethanol molecules form hydrogen bonds with water molecules

Explanation

The O–H group of ethanol can hydrogen bond with water, so the two liquids mix in all proportions. Non-polar liquids such as hexane cannot do this and do not mix.

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