Why Do Polar Substances Such as NaCl Dissolve So Readily

question 9

Multiple Choice

Why do polar substances such as NaCl dissolve so readily in water?

• A)NaCl is a very dry powder, and the water is able to soak into the salt.
• B)The sodium ions repel the negative end of the water molecule.
• C)Spheres of hydration form between the water and the ions.
• D)The charged ends of the water molecules are able to surround the oppositely charged salt ion.
• E)both choices C and D

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