Which of the following intermolecular forces best describes why nonpolar molecules like gasoline (C8H18) have only limited solubility in water?

A. dipole-dipole
B. induced dipole-induced dipole
C. dipole-induced dipole
D. ion-dipole
E. Both A and B


Answer: E

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