Why might a high-formula-mass alcohol be insoluble in water?

A. In order for two substance to be soluble in each other, their molecules need to be of comparable mass.
B. The bulk of a high-formula-mass alcohol likely consists of nonpolar hydrocarbons.
C. A high-formula-mass alcohol would be too attracted to itself to be soluble in water.
D. Such an alcohol would likely be in a solid phase.


Answer: B

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