Question:

What would be the freezing point of aqueous solution containing $17\, g$ of $C _{2} H _{5} OH$ in $1000\, g$ of water?

Updated On: Jun 23, 2023
  • $ 0.34^{\circ} C $
  • $ 0.0^{\circ} C $
  • $ -\,0.34^{\circ} C $
  • $ -\,0.69^{\circ} C $
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Molality of $C _{2} H _{5} OH$ (non-electrolyte) solution
$=\frac{17 g / 46 \times 1000 g}{1000 g \text { water }} $
$=0.369 $
$\Delta T_{f} =k_{f} \times m $
$=1.86 \times 0.369=0.686$
Freezing point of the solution
$=0^{\circ} C -0.686^{\circ} C$
$=-0.69^{\circ} C$
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Solutions

A solution is a homogeneous mixture of two or more components in which the particle size is smaller than 1 nm.

For example, salt and sugar is a good illustration of a solution. A solution can be categorized into several components.

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  • Solid Solutions - In these solutions, the solvent is in a Solid-state.
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  1. Unsaturated Solution- A solution in which more solute can be dissolved without raising the temperature of the solution is known as an unsaturated solution.
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