A molecule has hydroxyl groups (-OH) as its predominant functional group. Which of the following statements is true concerning this molecule?  It should dissolve in water.  It will not form hydrogen bonds with water.  It should dissolve in a nonpolar solvent.  It is probably hydrophobic.  It should float on the surface of water. Choices 1, 3 and 5 is wrong. Which statement is true among 2 and

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A molecule has hydroxyl groups (-OH) as its predominant functional group. Which of the following statements is true concerning this molecule?

  1.  It should dissolve in water.
  2.  It will not form hydrogen bonds with water.
  3.  It should dissolve in a nonpolar solvent.
  4.  It is probably hydrophobic.
  5.  It should float on the surface of water.

    Choices 1, 3 and 5 is wrong. Which statement is true among 2 and 4?
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