Question
Which factor increases the rate of dissolution in an unsaturated solution?
increasing the temperature
decreasing the surface area
increasing the temperature
decreasing the surface area
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Increasing the temperature is a factor that generally increases the rate of dissolution in an unsaturated solution. When the temperature is raised, the kinetic energy of the molecules increases, leading to more frequent and energetic collisions between the solute and solvent particles, thus enhancing the dissolution process.
On the other hand, decreasing the surface area of the solute would likely slow down the rate of dissolution, as there would be less area exposed for interactions with the solvent.
Therefore, the correct answer is: **increasing the temperature**.
On the other hand, decreasing the surface area of the solute would likely slow down the rate of dissolution, as there would be less area exposed for interactions with the solvent.
Therefore, the correct answer is: **increasing the temperature**.