Which of the Following Usually Occurs When a Molecule Dissolves

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following usually occurs when a molecule dissolves in water?

• A) The covalent bonds in the molecule break.
• B) The covalent bonds in water break.
• C) Covalent bonds between the molecule and water form.
• D) Covalent bonds between several of the molecules form.
• E) Hydrogen bonds form between the molecule and water.

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