Question

Think about what happens when you combine oil (such as olive oil) and water. What

happens? Is oil polar or nonpolar? (1 point)
O The oil dissolves. Oil is nonpolar.
O The oil dissolves. Oil is polar.
O They remain separate. Oil is nonpolar.
O They remain separate. Oil is polar.
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Answer 1

Oil and water remain separate because oil is nonpolar.

Step-by-step explanation:

When oil, such as olive oil, is combined with water, they remain separate and do not dissolve.

Oil is nonpolar, meaning it does not have an electric charge and does not easily mix with polar substances like water.

This is due to the difference in polarity between oil and water molecules.

Learn more about Polarity of oil and its interaction with water