Why is this soluble in water?

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Why is quinine soluble in water the structure is on the link.
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2007-02-25 05:01:06 · 2 answers · asked by Shane 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

Because it has a OH group.

2007-02-25 11:15:03 · answer #1 · answered by glance 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Because it is a very strong base and thus in water it is in the protonated form-the positive charge makes it soluble.

2007-02-25 16:20:24 · answer #2 · answered by bellerophon 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋