Chemistry

Chemistry

Problem

Three structural isomers with the formula C₄H₁₀O are listed along with one hydrocarbon. I. 1-Butanol (CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₂OH) II. 2-Butanol (CH₃CH₂CH(OH)CH₃) III. tert-Butanol ((CH₃)₃COH) IV. Butane (CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₃) Which compound is expected to have the greatest solubility in water at 25 °C? a) II b) IV c) I d) III

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