Which of the Following Sets of Conditions Favors Maximum Solubility

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sets of conditions favors maximum solubility of an ionic solute in water?

• A)The enthalpy of hydration of the cation should be equal to the enthalpy of hydration of the anion,regardless of the magnitude of the lattice energy.
• B)The magnitude of the lattice energy should be small,and the enthalpy of hydration of the ions should be large.
• C)The magnitude of the lattice energy should be small,and the enthalpy of hydration of the ions should be small.
• D)The magnitude of the lattice energy should be large,and the enthalpy of hydration of the ions should be small.
• E)The magnitude of the lattice energy should be large,and the enthalpy of hydration of the ions should be large.

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