2. Molecular Representations

Why are lower molecular weight alcohols more soluble in water than higher molecular weight alcohols?

Which has

c. the greater solubility in water: 1-butanol or 1-pentanol?

d. the higher boiling point: 1-hexanol or 1-methoxypentane?

Rank the following molecules from least water soluble to most water soluble. Explain your reasoning.

(e) CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₂CH₃

In each pair, (i) choose the compound that is most soluble in water. (ii) Within each pair, which is most soluble in nonpolar solvents?

(a)