Which of the following could you do to increase the rate of dissolution of a solute in a solution?(1 point)

Responses

Increase the particle size of the solute because there would be a greater attraction between the solute and solvent particles.
Increase the particle size of the solute because there would be a greater attraction between the solute and solvent particles.

Decrease the particle size of the solute because it would increase how often the solute and solvent particles would collide.
Decrease the particle size of the solute because it would increase how often the solute and solvent particles would collide.

Increase the particle size of the solute because there would be a greater surface area exposed to the solvent.
Increase the particle size of the solute because there would be a greater surface area exposed to the solvent.

Decrease the particle size of the solute because the mass of the solute would be greater.

1 answer

To increase the rate of dissolution of a solute in a solution, the correct response would be:

Decrease the particle size of the solute because it would increase how often the solute and solvent particles would collide.

By decreasing the particle size, you increase the surface area of the solute that is exposed to the solvent, allowing more frequent interactions and collisions, which enhances the rate of dissolution.