Which can be a correct reason for high solubility of a solute in water?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: The solute can form strong attraction with water
High solubility is favoured when the solute can form strong, compatible interactions with water, such as ion–dipole interactions for ions or hydrogen bonding and dipole interactions for suitable polar molecules. The balance with solute–solute and water–water interactions also matters. A long name, bright colour, or high mass has no general causal connection with solubility.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
The solute can form strong attraction with water
Why is this the correct answer?
High solubility is favoured when the solute can form strong, compatible interactions with water, such as ion–dipole interactions for ions or hydrogen bonding and dipole interactions for suitable polar molecules. The balance with solute–solute and water–water interactions also matters. A long name, bright colour, or high mass has no general causal connection with solubility.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Chemistry question. Chapter: Chapter 01: Solutions.
