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Solutions and Solubility — Quiz

Question 16 • Chemistry

Which is true about the dissolving process in water?

Answer
A
Molecules or ions of a solute spread throughout the water molecules.
B
Solute molecules surround water molecules.
C
Water molecules are repelled by solute ions at the surface of the solute.
D
Nonpolar solutes dissolve easily in water.

Explanation

When a solute dissolves, its particles separate and spread among the water molecules, forming a solution. Water molecules attract many ions and polar molecules, helping them disperse. Nonpolar solutes generally do not dissolve easily in water, so A is not true.

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