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Compare the solubility of olive oil and acetic acid in water. Why is one substance more soluble than the other?

Compare the solubility of olive oil and acetic acid in water. Why is one substance more soluble than the other?
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Compare the solubility of olive oil and acetic acid in water. Why is one substance more soluble than the other?

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Acetic acid is soluble in water, while olive oil is insoluble in water. like water, acetic acid is polar. olive oil is nonpolar, so it is not soluble in water.

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