WONDER #1967: Why Don’t Oil and Water Mix?

Question 1 of 3

Water molecules are what type of molecules?

1. polar
2. equatorial
3. non-polar
4. tropical

Question 2 of 3

Non-polar molecules only mix with what types of molecules?

1. polar
2. equatorial
3. non-polar
4. tropical

Question 3 of 3

This Wonder was mostly about...

1. how to make oil and vinegar dressing.
2. why water and oil don't mix, and how you can get them to mix for a period of time.
3. the difference between polar and non-polar molecules.
4. why you should always wash your hands using both oil and water.

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