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Chapter 11, Problem 32P(choose chapter or problem)
Predict the viscosity of ethylene glycol relative to that of ethanol and glycerol (see Table 11.3).
\(\mathrm{CH}_{2}―\mathrm{OH}\)
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\(\mathrm{CH}_{2}―\mathrm{OH}\)
ethylene glycol
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QUESTION:
Predict the viscosity of ethylene glycol relative to that of ethanol and glycerol (see Table 11.3).
\(\mathrm{CH}_{2}―\mathrm{OH}\)
│
\(\mathrm{CH}_{2}―\mathrm{OH}\)
ethylene glycol
ANSWER:Step 1 of 2
The strength of intermolecular forces and, more specifically, the shape of a liquid's molecules, determine its viscosity. Typically, polar or hydrogen bonding-capable liquids are more viscous than comparable nonpolar liquids.