Which of the following would at best be only very slightly soluble in water?
A)1-hexanol
B)2-propanol
C)1,5-pentanediol
D)1-propanol
E)2-butanol

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1-hexanol is a long chain alcohol with 6 carbon atoms, making it non-polar and less likely to dissolve in water, which is a polar solvent. The other alcohols listed have shorter carbon chains and are more likely to form hydrogen bonds with water, increasing their solubility.

Which of the Following Would at Best Be Only Very