Which of the Following Sets of Conditions Favors Maximum Solubility

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sets of conditions favors maximum solubility of an ionic solute in water?

A) The enthalpy of hydration of the cation should be equal to the enthalpy of hydration of the anion,regardless of the magnitude of the lattice energy.
B) The magnitude of the lattice energy should be small,and the enthalpy of hydration of the ions should be large.
C) The magnitude of the lattice energy should be small,and the enthalpy of hydration of the ions should be small.
D) The magnitude of the lattice energy should be large,and the enthalpy of hydration of the ions should be small.
E) The magnitude of the lattice energy should be large,and the enthalpy of hydration of the ions should be large.