Chemical Bonding And Molecular Structure Question 121
Question: Many ionic crystals dissolve in water because [NCERT 1982]
Options:
A) Water is an amphiprotic solvent
B) Water is a high boiling liquid
C) The process is accompanied by a positive heat of solution
D) Water decreases the interionic attraction in the crystal lattice due to solvation
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Water is a polar solvent so it decreases the interionic attraction in the crystal lattice due to solvation.
