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NaCl dissolves spontaneously in water. Based upon the following reaction, NaCl(s) $\rightarrow$ Na$^{+}$(g) + Cl$^{-}$(g)

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When a substance dissolves spontaneously, the heat of hydration is typically exothermic.
Updated On: Mar 30, 2025
  • negative with a magnitude less than 786
  • negative with a magnitude greater than 786
  • positive with a magnitude greater than 786
  • nothing can be determined about the heat of hydration without more information
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The Correct Option is B

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Since NaCl dissolves spontaneously in water, the heat of hydration must be negative, indicating an exothermic process. The magnitude of the heat of hydration is greater than 786.
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