Questions: Multiple Choice Question The rule of solubility, "like dissolves like" can be used to explain why a(n) solute such as NaCl dissolves in water, a(n) solvent. ionic; polar ionic; nonpolar polar, ionic nonpolar: polar
Transcript text: Multiple Cholce Question
The rule of solubility, "like dissolves like" can be used to explain why a(n) $\qquad$ solute such as NaCl dissolves in water, $\mathrm{a}(\mathrm{n})$ $\qquad$ solvent.
ionic; polar
ionic; nonpolar
polar, ionic
nonpolar: polar
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Solution
Solution Steps
Step 1: Understand the Concept of "Like Dissolves Like"
The principle "like dissolves like" means that polar solvents dissolve polar solutes, and nonpolar solvents dissolve nonpolar solutes. This is due to the similar types of intermolecular forces present in both the solute and the solvent.
Step 2: Identify the Nature of NaCl
NaCl (sodium chloride) is an ionic compound. It dissociates into Na\(^+\) and Cl\(^-\) ions when dissolved in water.
Step 3: Identify the Nature of Water
Water is a polar solvent. It has a partial positive charge on the hydrogen atoms and a partial negative charge on the oxygen atom, allowing it to interact with and dissolve ionic compounds like NaCl.
Step 4: Match the Correct Pair
Given that NaCl is ionic and water is polar, the correct pair that explains why NaCl dissolves in water is "ionic; polar."