Asked by Salma Zulaika on Apr 29, 2024
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What does the expression "like dissolves like" mean?
A) In general, polar compounds will dissolve in a polar solvent.
B) In general, polar solutes will not dissolve in a polar solvent.
C) In general, nonpolar compounds will dissolve in a polar solvent.
D) In general, polar compounds will dissolve in a nonpolar solvent like water.
Polar Solvent
A solvent with a dielectric constant greater than 15, which can dissolve ionic or polar solutes due to its polarity.
- Apply the principle of "like dissolves like" to explain solubility behavior.
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Alexa CarpioApr 29, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The expression "like dissolves like" means that substances with similar chemical properties (e.g., polarity) will dissolve in each other. Therefore, polar compounds generally dissolve in polar solvents.
Learning Objectives
- Apply the principle of "like dissolves like" to explain solubility behavior.