As a chemical expert with a deep understanding of molecular interactions, I'm often asked about the solubility of various substances in water. The solubility of a substance in water is a complex phenomenon that depends on several factors, including the polarity of the substance, its molecular structure, and the strength of the intermolecular forces present.

Ethane, with the chemical formula C2H6, is a simple hydrocarbon belonging to the alkane family. It is a non-polar molecule because the electronegativity difference between carbon and hydrogen is minimal, resulting in a symmetrical distribution of electron deread more >>

Why is ethanol more soluble in water than ethane is? A polar compound is soluble in water whereas non-polar compound is not. Solubility of a polar compound in water is determined by its ability to break the existing hydrogen bonds between water molecules and itself forming stable hydrogen bonds with water molecules.read more >>