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What factors determine the enthalpy of solution of an ionic compound?
ChemistryThermodynamics (C)NEET
Options:
  • A The color of the solute and the solvent.
  • B The size of the solute particles.
  • C The lattice enthalpy and the enthalpy of hydration of ions.
  • D The temperature of the solvent.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: The lattice enthalpy and the enthalpy of hydration of ions.
The enthalpy of solution of an ionic compound is determined by the lattice enthalpy (∆latticeH) and the enthalpy of hydration of ions (∆hydH).

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