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OpenStudy (anonymous):

why is cyclohexanone slightly soluble in water?

OpenStudy (abb0t):

Well, take a look at the structure of cyclohexanone, think about it: |dw:1429165622370:dw|

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Adding to what Abbot mentioned, you can see the Oxygen. Oxygen, being highly electronegative will combine with hydrogen by HYDROGEN-BONDS. Such hydrogen comes from water and whenever a hydrogen bond is formed, dissolution is taking place, the reason why cyclohexanone is slightly soluble in water.|dw:1429187087961:dw|

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