Chapter 12.1, Problem 12.3QAP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Formation of an aqueous solution of $\text{KI}$, when solid $\text{KI}$ is dissolved in water.

Concept introduction:

• $\text{KI}$ is an ionic solutes, there are strong ionic bonds between positively charged ${\text{K}}^{\text{+}}$ ions and negatively charged ${\text{I}}^{\text{-}}$ ions.

• Water is a polar solvent, in which the hydrogen bonds provide strong solvent–solvent attractions.

• When solid $\text{KI}$ is dissolved in water, an aqueous solution of $\text{KI}$ is formed consisting of ${\text{K}}^{\text{+}}\text{(aq)}$ and ${\text{I}}^{\text{-}}\text{(aq)}$ ions.