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Arrange the following compounds in order of decreasing solubility in water. Explain the basis for your decisions.
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For this example, let's assume the compounds are sodium chloride (NaCl), glucose (C6H12O6), and octane (C8H18). Step 2: Analyze the polarity of each compound. Water is a polar solvent, so polar compounds tend to be more soluble in water than nonpolar compounds. Show more…
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