MCQ
Many ionic crystals dissolve in water because
  • A
    Water is an amphiprotic solvent
  • B
    Water is a high boiling liquid
  • C
    The process is accompanied by a positive heat of solution
  • Water decreases the interionic attraction in the crystal lattice due to solvation

Answer

Correct option: D.
Water decreases the interionic attraction in the crystal lattice due to solvation
(d) Water is a polar solvent so it decreases the interionic attraction in the crystal lattice due to solvation.

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