Biology
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Medium
Question
Chlorophyll is insoluble in _____________?
A
Carbon tetrachloride
B
Alcohol
C
Organic solvents
D
Water
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A
Carbon tetrachloride
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B
Alcohol
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C
Organic solvents
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D
Water
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Explanation
Chlorophyll is a lipid-soluble, hydrophobic pigment and is therefore insoluble in water, dissolving instead in organic solvents such as alcohol or carbon tetrachloride.