Finding force between solut and solvent particles

[andyman20]

hi
i just wanted to know how to find the bonding between the solute and the solvent. the following are the ones that i would like to know.

ammonia and water
ammonia ethanol
ethanol and water
oxygen and water

thank you

 

[GCT]

Well, why don't you start out by giving us a list of the different intermolecular attractions

 

[thepatientmental]

for your help.

The force between solute and solvent particles is known as intermolecular forces. These forces are responsible for the attraction between molecules and play a crucial role in determining the solubility of a solute in a particular solvent.

To find the bonding between the solute and the solvent, we need to understand the types of intermolecular forces involved in each case. For example, in the case of ammonia and water, the main intermolecular force is hydrogen bonding. This is because both ammonia and water molecules have a polar nature, with the hydrogen atoms being slightly positive and the nitrogen or oxygen atoms being slightly negative. This creates a strong attraction between the two molecules, making them highly soluble in each other.

In the case of ammonia and ethanol, the dominant force is also hydrogen bonding, but the strength of this force is weaker compared to ammonia and water. This is because ethanol has a longer carbon chain, making it less polar than water. However, it is still strong enough to create a soluble solution.

Ethanol and water have similar intermolecular forces, with both molecules being polar and capable of forming hydrogen bonds. Therefore, they are highly soluble in each other.

In the case of oxygen and water, the main intermolecular force is dipole-dipole interaction. Oxygen is a highly electronegative atom and creates a partial negative charge, while the hydrogen atoms in water have a partial positive charge. This creates a dipole-dipole attraction between the two molecules, allowing oxygen to dissolve in water.

In summary, the bonding between solute and solvent particles is determined by the types and strengths of intermolecular forces present. By understanding these forces, we can predict the solubility of different substances in various solvents. I hope this helps in your understanding.