Question

What is the solvation effect?

Answer 1

1. Solution is a mixture that contains two components i.e. solute and solvent.
2. Solute molecules are present in lesser numbers while solvent molecules are present in a higher number.
3. When solute molecules are mixed with solvent molecules then the interaction of solute and solvent occurs which stabilizes the solution.
4. Such interaction of solute and solvent molecules is called solvation.
5. A stable solution is formed by the complete immersion of solute molecules into the solvent.
6. There are mainly two types of solute: Ionic species and uncharged species.
7. Both species can show the solvation effect.
8. The interaction strength of solute molecules depends upon density and viscosity, whereas for solvent molecules it depends upon solubility, color, and reactivity.