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Why do polar compounds dissolve in water?

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Because water is polar and oil is nonpolar, their molecules are not attracted to each other. The molecules of a polar solvent like water are attracted to other polar molecules, such as those of sugar. ... Ionic compounds, such as sodium chloride, are also highly soluble in water.
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The molecules of a polar solvent like water are attracted to other polar molecules such as those of sugar…….. ionic compounds, such as sodium chloride, are also highly soluble in water.

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