Among the following alcohols, which has the highest solubility in water?

Options

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

A

Explanation

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.