A solute dissolves in a solvent to create a solution. Which factors affect the rate of dissolving? Select TWO correct answers. A small surface area of solvent B temperature of solvent C applied pressure D large surface area of solvent E size of solute particles

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The two correct answers that affect the rate of dissolving are:

B. temperature of solvent
D. large surface area of solvent

Increasing the temperature of the solvent generally increases the solubility of the solute and the rate at which it dissolves. Additionally, having a large surface area of the solute (such as grinding it into smaller pieces) allows more solvent to come into contact with it, also increasing the rate of dissolving.