Ethanol (C2H5OH) and hexane (C6H14) have nearly identical molar masses

CHEMISTRY · Subjective · A Level · Chemistry · Bonding · Bonding

Problem

Ethanol (C2H5OH) and hexane (C6H14) have nearly identical molar masses, yet ethanol is completely miscible with water whereas hexane is essentially insoluble. In 1–2 sentences, explain this difference in solubility.

Related theory

Van der Waals Forces
Intermolecular Forces
Hydrogen Bonding
Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure

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