The dielectric constant of H2O is 80. The electrostatic force of attraction between Na+ and Cl- will be

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reduced to 1/80 in water than in air

reduced to 1/40 in water than in air

will be increased to 80 in water than in air

will remain unchanged

answer is A.

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Electrostatic forces of attraction are reduced to 1/80th in water due to hydration of ions

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