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`I_(2)` is more soluble in KI than in water. Why ?

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To understand why iodine (I₂) is more soluble in potassium iodide (KI) than in water, we can break down the explanation into several steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Nature of Iodine (I₂):** - Iodine is a non-polar molecule. This is because it consists of two identical iodine atoms bonded together, resulting in a symmetrical electron distribution. 2. **Solubility Principles:** ...
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