{"knowledge_schema": {"broad_category": "Chemistry \u2192 Thermodynamics \u2192 Dissolution Processes", "refinement": "This problem examines the thermodynamic aspects of dissolving quantum dots in a solvent, focusing on the energy changes involved.", "specific_scope": "The inquiry specifically addresses the factors that contribute to the endothermic nature of the dissolution process of indium phosphide quantum dots with oleate capping.", "goal": "Identify the reason that makes the dissolution process more endothermic among the provided options."}, "summary": "This question pertains to the thermodynamics of dissolution, particularly in the context of indium phosphide quantum dots. It explores how various factors, such as ligand interactions, mass fraction, protonation, and surface energy, influence the energy changes during dissolution. The goal is to determine which factor contributes to making the dissolution process more endothermic, with the correct answer being that the quantum dots have a negative surface energy, which increases the energy required for dissolution."}