Which of the following properties does the expression "like dissolves like" generally refer to when considering the solubility of a solute in a solvent?
A) formula weight
B) molecular polarity
C) both formula weight and molecular polarity
D) neither formula weight or molecular polarity

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"Like dissolves like" generally refers to the fact that molecules with similar polarities tend to be more soluble in each other. Thus, molecular polarity is the property being referred to. Formula weight is not directly related to solubility based on this principle.

Which of the Following Properties Does the Expression "Like Dissolves