We Can Predict Whether a Solute Dissolves in a Solvent

question 4

Multiple Choice

We can predict whether a solute dissolves in a solvent with the rule "like dissolves like." This rule means that

• A) a solute with the same diameter as the solvent will dissolve.
• B) a solute with the same phase as the solvent will dissolve.
• C) a solvent with the same polarity as the solvent will dissolve.
• D) a solute with the same mass as the solvent will dissolve.
• E) a solute contains some of the same elements as the solvent it will dissolve.

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