What happens to nonpolar molecules in water?
A) They dissolve independently.
B) They aggregate together.
C) They precipitate.
D) All of the above.
E) None of the above.

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Nonpolar molecules are hydrophobic, meaning they do not interact with water molecules. As a result, they tend to aggregate together to minimize their interaction with water, forming separate entities in water. This phenomenon is known as hydrophobic effect. They do not dissolve or precipitate in water.

What Happens to Nonpolar Molecules in Water