Question 11 of 25 • EO Night School Chemistry 7320A
When applied to a dish, soap makes grease soluble in water. Which explanation correctly supports the role of intermolecular forces in this common observation?
Answer
A
The nonpolar end of a soap molecule attaches itself to grease.
B
The nonpolar end of a soap molecule attaches itself to water.
C
The polar soap molecule attaches itself to the dish.
D
The polar soap molecule attaches itself to a nonpolar soap molecule.