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Interpretation: The water solubility of PEG and PVC is to be discussed and the reason as to why PEG is used in shampoos, whereas PVC is used to make garden hoses and pipes is to be suggested.

Concept introduction: Solubility of a given compound in water depends on the presence of how many polar groups are present in it. More the number of polar groups better the solubility.

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