If a Solute Dissolves in an Endothermic Process

question 6

Multiple Choice

If a solute dissolves in an endothermic process

• A) hydrogen bonds must exist between solvent and solute.
• B) strong ion-dipole forces must exist in the solution.
• C) the solute must be a gas.
• D) the entropy of the solution is immaterial.
• E) the entropy of the solution must be greater than that of its pure components.

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