JAMB Chemistry 2003 Question 16

Question 16

Solubility and Solutions

A liquid that will dissolve fat is

  1. A.hydrochloric acid
  2. B.calcium hydroxide
  3. C.kerosine
  4. D.water
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (kerosine)

Explanation

Fats are non-polar, so they dissolve in non-polar organic solvents such as kerosine, not in water or aqueous solutions.