Question

Increasing the surface area of a solute increases the rate of dissolution because _____________. Complete the statement.(1 point)
Responses

the solute is less exposed to the solvent
the solute is less exposed to the solvent

there is more thermal energy
there is more thermal energy

the solute is more exposed to striking water particles
the solute is more exposed to striking water particles

there is less solute to dissolve

Answer 1

Increasing the surface area of a solute increases the rate of dissolution because **the solute is more exposed to striking water particles.**