When the neopentane is added to water, it floats becauseA. it is spher – InterviewSolution

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1.	When the neopentane is added to water, it floats becauseA. it is spherical in shapeB. it is insoluble in waterC. it is less dense than waterD. both `(2) and (3)`
Answer» Correct Answer - C All alkanes are less dense than water.

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