Question

The steps involved in $Na\left(s\right)\to N{a}^{+}\left(aq\right)+e^{-}$ are

• A. ionization
• B. hydration
• C. sublimation
• D. all of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D

all of the above

Sodium metal is first converted to vapour form (sublimation). Its valence shell electron is ionized and the gaseous Sodium ions ($N{a}^{+}$ ions in gaseous state) is then solvated in water. Thus all a, b and c are involved. Hence d)