The term water of hydration is applied to which to which of the following?
A) water molecules required to dissolve a solid
B) water molecules associated with ions in solution
C) water molecules associated with a salt in the solid state
D) none of the above

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Water of hydration refers to water molecules that are found within the crystal lattice structure of a salt in the solid state. These water molecules are often loosely bound and can be lost through heating or exposure to air, causing the salt to become anhydrous.

The Term Water of Hydration Is Applied to Which to Which