When Two Nonpolar Organic Liquids Are Mixed, a Solution Forms

Multiple Choice

When two nonpolar organic liquids are mixed, a solution forms and the enthalpy of solution is quite small. Label the two organic liquids as A (solvent) and B (solute) The formation of solution is favored by .

A) the highly negative enthalpy of the solution process
B) an increase in disorder, since A- A, B- B, and A- B interactions are similar
C) solvation of the solvent, A
D) hydration of the solute, B
E) the equal enthalpy of the solvent and solute