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Most alcohols are soluble in both methanol and ethanol due to their similar chemical properties.

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Is ethanol the most soluble alcohol in water?

Yes, ethanol is the most soluble alcohol in water because it forms hydrogen bonds with water molecules, allowing it to mix well with water. Methanol and isopropanol are also soluble in water, but to a lesser extent than ethanol.


Why is ethanol soluble in ether?

Iodine crystals are not soluble in water. This is because Iodine crystals are non-polar. Water is a polar molecule and it therefore cannot attract an one of the iodine atoms since they have an electronegativity of zero.


What solvent can best dissolve Jasmonic acid?

It is best dissolved in DMSO but 100% ethanol also can be used.


Which solvent oils are most soluble is it in gasoline water ethanol or benzene?

Benzene is the most soluble solvent in gasoline due to their similar chemical properties. Water is the least soluble solvent in gasoline as they are immiscible. Ethanol falls in between, being partially soluble in gasoline.


Type of alcohol used in laboratory?

70% ethanol is used to sterilize most lab benches. Isopropanol is used to wipe off ethanol-resistant ink on glassware writing. Methanol is used in chemistry labs mainly to dissolve most polar compounds. For molecular biology work, ethanol is used quite often. We have several different forms of alcohols. Most of them are commonly used in laboratories. Ethanol, Methanol, Propanol and Butanol are among the most commonly used. We also use Glycerol in large quantities. This both in making certain soaps and as a main component in explosives as Dynamite and Nitroglycerin.

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Is potassium soluble in ethanol?

Yes. Potassium iodide is readily soluble in ethanol and in methanol, the two most common alcohols. The saturation concentration is higher in methanol than in ethanol, i.e., you can dissolve more potassium iodide in the former than in the latter. Potassium iodide-alcohol solutions are widely used in the construction of electrolytic tilt sensors, which require a stable ionic solution for proper operation.


Which part of alcohol limits the solubility in water?

The carbon chain portion limits solubility. In smaller chain alcohols such as methanol, ethanol, and propanol the carbon chain has no real effect and such alcohols are water-soluble in any ratio. Most isomers of butanol have limited solubility.


Is ethanol the most soluble alcohol in water?

Yes, ethanol is the most soluble alcohol in water because it forms hydrogen bonds with water molecules, allowing it to mix well with water. Methanol and isopropanol are also soluble in water, but to a lesser extent than ethanol.


Is biphenyl soluble in ethanol?

biphenyl is soluble in ethanol and also in most of organic solvents


Is a diamond soluble in alcohols?

No, diamonds are not soluble in alcohols. Diamonds are very resistant to chemical reactions and do not dissolve in most solvents, including alcohols.


In which solvents acetaminophen is miscible?

Ethanol and acetone are common solvents. Co-solvents can include propylene glycol and glycerin to fully dissolve.


Is ethanol the only edible alcohol?

Ethanol is the commonly consumed form of alcohol. Methanol, or wood alcohol, can also be consumed, but is digested slowly and converted to formaldehyde and can cause blindness and death. (source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alcohol) Warning: do not consume pure ethanol, and do not drink denatured alcohol or alcohol used for fuel because it's toxic and can cause blindness or death.


What is the most soluble in water?

Methanol, ethanol, and propanol, all dissolve %100 in water. Also group 1 metal ionic compounds dissolve extremely well in water.


Why is ethanol soluble in ether?

Iodine crystals are not soluble in water. This is because Iodine crystals are non-polar. Water is a polar molecule and it therefore cannot attract an one of the iodine atoms since they have an electronegativity of zero.


Which fuel makes the most bonds to oxygen?

Fishy Delishy makes the most bonds! It's actually true just ask Heinz!


What solvent can best dissolve glycine betaine?

Glycine betaine is very soluble in water: 64 g/100 mL at 25 0C.


What solvent can best dissolve Jasmonic acid?

It is best dissolved in DMSO but 100% ethanol also can be used.