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Functional Group Priorities
17. Amines / Functional Group Priorities / Problem 4
Problem 4

Naphthalene and quinazoline are both aromatic compounds that have a similar structure. Naphthalene is practically insoluble in water while quinazoline, despite having a similar molar mass, is completely miscible with water. Identify the main reason that explains the difference in solubility in water.


Chemical structures of naphthalene and quinazoline, highlighting their aromatic nature.