Which of these substances would be more soluble in cold water than warm water?(1 point)

Responses which answer is correct and why

oxygen gas
oxygen gas

sodium chloride crystals
sodium chloride crystals

sugar powder
sugar powder

potassium chloride salt

1 answer

Among the substances listed, oxygen gas is more soluble in cold water than in warm water.

Explanation:

  • Gases: The solubility of gases in liquids generally increases with a decrease in temperature. Therefore, oxygen gas is more soluble in cold water than in warm water.
  • Ionic compounds (sodium chloride, potassium chloride): The solubility of many salts, like sodium chloride and potassium chloride, typically increases with an increase in temperature.
  • Sugar: The solubility of sugar (sucrose) also tends to increase with temperature.

Thus, the correct answer is oxygen gas.