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which of the following solids is most likely to dissolve in tetrachloromethane, CCl4?
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by suzanne049 at October 12, 2010

A- Calcium Chloride

B- Copper (11) Chloride

C- Potassium Chloride

D- Phosphorus(V) Chloride

i know that the answer is D, but i don't know why so if you could include an explanation that would be great

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Because Phosphorous(V) Chloride is the least ionic of the other options, and CCl4 is not ionic, contrary to many peoples' beliefs.

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yankeekid October 12, 2010