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In A Oil Spill why Does the Oil not mix with the Sea Water

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oil won't mix because water is polar and oil is nonpolar. the molecules are not attracted towards each other. Molecules in water are of a polar solvent and are attracted to other things such as sugar. 
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Because oil is less dense than water, it floats instead of mixing in with water. i think this is the answer, but im not sure, hope this helps
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