Which of the following represents the breaking of a noncovalent interaction?
A)hydrolysis of an ester
B)dissolving of salt crystals
C)ionization of water
D)decomposition of hydrogen peroxide
E)none of the above

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Noncovalent interactions are weaker than covalent bonds, so they can be broken relatively easily. Dissolving salt crystals involves breaking the ionic bonds between the positive and negative ions, which is a noncovalent interaction. Hydrolysis of an ester involves breaking a covalent bond, while ionization of water and decomposition of hydrogen peroxide involve breaking chemical bonds but not necessarily noncovalent interactions.

Which of the Following Represents the Breaking of a Noncovalent