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Entropy and Solvation

Entropy, S, reflects the probability of achieving a given state in a system. In an isolated system, a process occurs spontaneously when it causes an increase in total entropy.
The change in entropy resulting from solution formation called the entropy of mixing, or &#916;Smixing, is independent of any intermolecular interactions.
During solution formation, the solute and the solvent undergo mixing, and the solute disperses into the solvent. The solvent molecules that directly interact with the solute molecules are collectively called the solvent shell or solvent cage.
Due to the formation of solvent shells, the solvent has fewer energetically equivalent configurations than the solute, and the solute gains entropy at the expense of energy from the solvent.
When a hydrocarbon is dissolved in water, the water molecules at the water&#8211;hydrocarbon interface rearrange to maximize the number of hydrogen bonds they make with one another. Some solvent water is transformed into the water of the solvent shells resulting in a solvent cage around each hydrocarbon molecule.
The water in the solvent shell has a more ordered arrangement and reduced motional freedom compared to the solvent water. This lowers the entropy of the water in the solvent shell compared to that of the solvent water. Thus, dissolution is accompanied by a reduction in entropy.
Alternatively, if the hydrocarbon molecules clump together, the low entropy solvation water is released to become higher entropy solvent water, thus increasing the entropy.
This entropy-driven separation of hydrocarbon and water molecules is referred to as the hydrophobic effect. The clumping of hydrocarbons is favored because of the associated increase in entropy, resulting in separate hydrocarbon and water layers.

entropy and solvation

The process of surrounding a solute with solvent is called solvation. It involves evenly distributing the solute within the solvent. The rule of thumb for determining a solvent for a given compound is that like dissolves like. A good solvent has molecular characteristics similar to those of the compound to be dissolved. For example, polar solutions dissolve polar solutes, and apolar solvents dissolve apolar solutes. A polar solvent is a solvent that has a high dielectric constant (&#1013; &#8805; 15); an apolar solvent is one with a low dielectric constant. The dielectric constant is defined by the electrostatic law, which gives the interaction energy E between two ions with respective charges q1 and q2 separated by a distance r. A polar solvent effectively separates or shields ions from one another. Therefore, the tendency of oppositely charged ions to associate is less in a polar solvent than it is in an apolar solvent.
In the case of a hydrocarbon and water, one is polar (water), and the other is apolar (hydrocarbon). On the introduction of hydrocarbon molecules in water, the water molecules along the hydrocarbon&#8211;water interface form a shell-like arrangement called the solvent shell around each hydrocarbon molecule. The water within these shell-like arrangements is more ordered and has lower entropy compared to the water in the solvent. Since any system in nature tries to achieve a state of maximum entropy, the system tries to minimize the interactions between hydrocarbon and water, resulting in the formation of separate hydrocarbon and water layers. This entropy-driven separation between hydrocarbon and water is termed the hydrophobic effect.
Since entropy is the driving factor of the insolubility of hydrocarbons in water, the system&#39;s temperature also influences the process, for example, in gas hydrates or clathrates, one of the largest reserves of natural gas. Gas hydrates are crystalline solid forms of water and gas. They form when methane and water freeze under high pressures and low temperatures.&#160; The hydrocarbon molecules are enclosed within stable cages of ice, which has relatively large open spaces within its crystal structure. The hydrocarbon molecules fit within these holes, making it possible to predict the maximum size of the hydrocarbon molecules that can form clathrates.

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hydrophobic effects in solvation

Solvation is the process of surrounding a solute with solvent. It spreads the solute evenly through the solvent. A useful rule is that like dissolves like. A good solvent has molecular features similar to the substance being dissolved.

Polar solvents dissolve polar solutes, and apolar solvents dissolve apolar solutes. A polar solvent has a high dielectric constant, with ε greater than or equal to 15. An apolar solvent has a low dielectric constant. The dielectric constant is defined by the electrostatic law, which describes the interaction energy between two ions with charges q1 and q2 separated by a distance r.

A polar solvent can separate or shield ions from one another. Because of this, oppositely charged ions are less likely to associate in a polar solvent than in an apolar solvent. Water and hydrocarbons show this difference clearly. Water is polar, while hydrocarbons are apolar.

When hydrocarbon molecules are added to water, the water at the interface forms a shell-like arrangement around each molecule. This shell is called the solvent shell. The water inside these shells is more ordered and has lower entropy than the surrounding water. Since natural systems tend to move toward maximum entropy, the system reduces contact between hydrocarbon and water and forms separate layers.

This entropy-driven separation is called the hydrophobic effect. Because entropy drives the insolubility of hydrocarbons in water, temperature also affects the process. This is seen in gas hydrates, also called clathrates, which are among the largest reserves of natural gas.

Gas hydrates are crystalline solids made of water and gas. They form when methane and water freeze under high pressure and low temperature. The hydrocarbon molecules are trapped in stable cages of ice. Ice has relatively large open spaces in its crystal structure, so hydrocarbon molecules can fit inside these holes. That makes it possible to predict the maximum size of hydrocarbon molecules that can form clathrates.

Hydrophobic Effects in Solvation

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Stoichiometry, Rates, and Equilibrium

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Combustion Heat and Hydrocarbon Stability

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Solvation is the process of surrounding a solute with solvent. It spreads the solute evenly through the solvent. A useful rule is that like dissolves like. A good solvent has molecular features similar to the substance being dissolved. Polar solvents dissolve polar solutes, and apolar solvents dissolve apolar solutes. A polar solvent has a high dielectric constant, with ε greater than or equal to 15. An apolar solvent has a low dielectric constant. The dielectric constant is defined by the...

gibbs free energy and thermodynamic favorability

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Temperature Effects on Gibbs Free Energy

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How Solubility Depends on Free Energy

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Arrhenius Equation in Reaction Speed

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bond dissociation energy and activation energy

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Reaction Coordinate Diagrams in Chemical Reactions

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How Temperature Changes Reaction Rate

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Learn how solvation depends on polarity, dielectric constant, and entropy, and why hydrocarbons separate from water through the hydrophobic effect.

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Lewis Symbols and the Octet Rule

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Draw, identify, and contrast graphical representations of chemical bonds (ionic, covalent, and metallic) based on chemical formulas. Construct and communicate explanations to show that atoms combine by transferring or sharing electrons. EXPLANATION: This standard resumes discussions of interactions between atoms from 7.PS1. In seventh grade, students observed patterns within the periodic table that related the physical and chemical properties of substances to the location of the constituent elements on the periodic table. Revisiting general trends is likely to be necessary however a focus should be placed on the transfer of electrons underlying differences in the differences in properties. It is beneficial to show that electrostatic interactions occur even between two non-conductors. Demonstrations can be carried out by using static charge to hold a balloon against a wall or showing that oppositely charged pieces of invisible tape are attracted not only to each other but also to a neutral conductors and non-conductors such as foil strips or paper.

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Intermolecular Forces and Physical Properties



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Comparing Intermolecular Forces: Melting Point, Boiling Point, and Miscibility

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Intermolecular vs Intramolecular Forces

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Intermolecular Forces in Solutions

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Exceptions to the Octet Rule

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Understand that intermolecular forces created by unequal distribution of charges result in the varying degrees of attraction between molecules. Compare and contrast the intermolecular forces (hydrogen bonding, dipole-dipole bonding and London dispersion forces) within different types of simple substances (only those following the octet rule) and predict and explain their effect on chemical and physical properties of those substances using models or graphical representations. EXPLANATION: This standard resumes where students left off in 7.PS1. Students' first exposure to all three phases of matter was in third grade, by fifth grade students were investigating phase changes in matter. These discussions have not included a mechanism to explain why states of matter are dependent on temperature and pressure. Students should consider this standard in conjunction with CHEM1.PS2.1 to explore differences in intermolecular attractions within molecular and ionic compounds and the behavior of electrons leading to these differences.

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Solution Formation

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Energetics of Solution Formation

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Solubility Equilibria: Ionic Product of Water

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Construct a model to explain the process by which solutes dissolve in solutes, and develop an argument to describe how intermolecular forces affect the solubility of different chemical compounds. EXPLANATION: A similar task and standard exist in the fifth grade (5.PS1.3). At that time, students performed an investigation (which is again mentioned in CHEM1.PS2.4) into factors affecting solubility. However, student background knowledge was not sufficient to explore any explanation of their results. Explorations into intermolecular attractions in the previous standard (CHEM1.PS2.2) have introduced students to the existence of forces between molecules in a substance. Students can now apply these attractions to form explanations for how solute-solute, solute-solvent, and solvent-solvent attractions all interact as substances dissolve. (Solubility constants and saturation of solutions are beyond the scope of this standard.)

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Predicting Reaction Outcomes

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Conduct an investigation to determine how temperature, surface, and stirring affect the rate of solubility. Construct an argument to explain the relationship observed in experimental data using collision theory. EXPLANATION: This standard is nearly identical to a fifth grade standard which explores factors affecting the solubility of a compound. Though collision theory is more closely related to rates of reaction, in this case the application of collision theory explores how the same factors underlying collision theory for how reactions also facilitate solvation processes.

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Hydrophobic Effects in Solvation

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