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An ionic compound has a highly negative ?Hsoln in water.
Chapter 14, Problem 17P(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
Problem 17P
An ionic compound has a highly negative ΔHsoln in water. Would you expect it to be very soluble or nearly insoluble in water? Explain in terms of enthalpy and entropy changes.
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QUESTION:
Problem 17P
An ionic compound has a highly negative ΔHsoln in water. Would you expect it to be very soluble or nearly insoluble in water? Explain in terms of enthalpy and entropy changes.
ANSWER:
Solution 17P:
Step 1: Here, we are going to explain the solubility of ionic compound in water when ΔHsoln is highly negative.
Hydration is a process where the solute molecule is surrounded by the water molecules.