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Among the following alcohols, which has the highest solubility in water?A. `(CH_(3))_(3)C-OH`B. `(CH_(3))_(2)CHCH_(2)CH_(2)CH_(2)OH`C. `CH_(3)(CH_(2))_(4)CH_(2)OH`D. `CH_(3)CH_(2)CH_(2)CH_(2)OH`

Answer» Correct Answer - A
Solubility of alcohols in water is hindered by the hydrophobic nature of alkyl groups. `t-`Butyl alcohol has the highest sollubility in water as its alkyl group (being spherical) has the least surface area and hence the least hydrophobic interaction with water.


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