Question

When forces attracting solvent particles to each other are broken what is provided for a solution.

1. Energy for the solute to precipitate
2. Space for the solute in the solvent
3.Inertia for the solute to move into the solvent
4. Nothing is provided

Answer 1

Answer: Option (2) is the correct answer.

Step-by-step explanation:

A solution consists of a solute and a solvent. A solute is present in less amount as compared to the solvent in a solution.

When forces attracting solvent particles are broken down then particles of the solvent move away from each other.

As a result, spaces will be formed between the solute particles and solvent molecules can easily react with it.

Thus, we can conclude that when forces attracting solvent particles to each other are broken then space for the solute in the solvent is provided for a solution.

Answer 2

The correct answer among the choices given is option 2. When forces attracting solvent particles to each other are broken, space is provided for the solute in the solvent. This is one of the steps in the dissolving process of a solute in a solvent.