Problem: Ibuprofen, widely used as a pain reliever, has a limited solubility in water, less than 1 mg/mL. Which part of the molecules structure (gray, white, red) contributes to its water solubility?
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Ibuprofen, widely used as a pain reliever, has a limited solubility in water, less than 1 mg/mL. 
Which part of the molecules structure (gray, white, red) contributes to its water solubility?
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