Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 1285199049
ISBN 13: 978-1-28519-904-7

Chapter 13 - The Chemistry of Solutes and Solutions - Questions for Review and Thought - Topical Questions - Page 605a: 13

Answer

If the intermolecular forces of a solid and liquid are similar, then the solid will readily dissolve in the liquid and vice versa. For example, an ionic solid like Sodium Chloride will readily dissolve in a polar solvent like water, while it is almost insoluble in non-polar liquid such as ether.

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