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Why is ether not miscible in water?

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To answer the question "Why is ether not miscible in water?", we can break down the explanation into a few key points: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Ether Structure**: - Ether has the general formula R-O-R', where R and R' are hydrocarbon groups (alkyl groups). For example, in diethyl ether, the structure can be represented as CH3-CH2-O-CH2-CH3. 2. **Water Structure**: ...
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