When Two Nonpolar Organic Liquids Are Mixed, a Solution Forms

question 55

Multiple Choice

When two nonpolar organic liquids are mixed, a solution forms and the enthalpy of solution is quite small. Label the two organic liquids as A (solvent) and B (solute) The formation of solution is favored by .

• A) the highly negative enthalpy of the solution process
• B) an increase in disorder, since A- A, B- B, and A- B interactions are similar
• C) solvation of the solvent, A
• D) hydration of the solute, B
• E) the equal enthalpy of the solvent and solute

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Definitions:

PETN

Pentaerythritol tetranitrate, a high explosive compound used in a variety of military, industrial, and mining applications.

Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate

An explosive compound better known as PETN, used both in military and industrial applications, with a formula of C5H8N4O12.

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Shockwave

A sharp change in pressure, temperature, and density moving through a medium, typically caused by an object moving faster than the speed of sound in that medium.