Which Is True Regarding the Solvation of a Solute in a Solvent

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Multiple Choice

Which is true regarding the solvation of a solute in a solvent?

• A) Separation of solute molecules from one another is an endothermic process, and separation of solvent molecules from one another is an exothermic process.
• B) Separation of solute molecules from one another is an exothermic process, and separation of solvent molecules from one another is an endothermic process.
• C) Separation of solute molecules from one another, and separation of solvent molecules from one another, are both endothermic processes.
• D) Separation of solute molecules from one another, and separation of solvent molecules from one another, are both exothermic processes.
• E) Separation of solute molecules from one another, and separation of solvent molecules from one another, both result in a decrease in entropy.

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