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Most higher alcohols are insoluble in wa...

Most higher alcohols are insoluble in water but phenol is slightly soluble. This is due to :

A

the presence to a hydroxy group

B

Hydrogen bonding with water molecules

C

Its low melting point

D

High boiling point

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B
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