Chapter 6, Problem 14E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason behind water not mixing with motor oil is to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

Organic compounds which consist of only carbon and hydrogen atoms are called hydrocarbons. The atoms in hydrocarbons are linked by single, double, or triple bonds.

Polar compounds consist of partial positive and partial negative charges in order to form polar bonds. They are arranged in an asymmetrical way.

Nonpolar compounds have equal charges as a result of the equal sharing of the bond electron.