So the enthalpy of solution can either be endothermic, exothermic or neither (Δ Hsolution =0), depending on how much heat is required or release in each step. If Δ Hsolution = 0 , then the solution is called an ideal solution and if Δ Hsolution >0 or Δ Hsolution <0, then these solutions are called non-ideal solutions. Related Theory The enthalpy of solution depends on the strengths of intermolecular forces of the solute and solvent. If the solution is ideal, and ΔH solution =0, then ΔHsolution =ΔH1+ΔH2+ΔH3=0ΔH1+ΔH2=−ΔH3