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