Which Substance Would Have the Most Difficulty Entering a Water

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which substance would have the most difficulty entering a water lattice?

• A) table salt (NaCl)
• B) a nonpolar molecule
• C) a sodium ion
• D) a proton (H⁺)
• E) an electron

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Definitions:

Tension

A psychological state or physical condition resulting from the conflict between internal needs and external forces, often leading to stress.

Drive Theory

A psychological concept suggesting that motivation arises from biological drives that propel an organism to satisfy its needs.

Physiological Equilibrium

The state of internal, physical, and chemical balance maintained by living systems.

Drive Reduction

A motivational theory that suggests behavior is motivated by the desire to reduce internal drives caused by unmet physiological needs, aiming to return to a state of homeostasis.