Dissolution of an Ionic Compound
When solid NaCl dissolves in water, which statement best explains the bond-breaking process that occurs?
A
The ion-dipole interactions with water overcome the ionic bonds
B
Hydrogen bonds between water molecules are permanently broken
C
Covalent bonds within the Na+ and Cl- ions are broken
D
A chemical reaction forms new NaOH and HCl compounds
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