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1
MediumMCQ
The equivalent conductance at infinite dilution of a weak acid such as $HF$:
A
Can be determined by measurement of very dilute $HF$ solution
B
Can be determined by extrapolation of measurements on dilute solutions of $HCl$,$HBr$ and $HI$
C
Can best be determined from measurements on dilute solutions of $NaF$,$NaCl$ and $HCl$
D
Is an undefined quantity

Solution

(C) The equivalent conductance at infinite dilution for a weak electrolyte like $HF$ cannot be determined by direct extrapolation of its own conductance measurements because the degree of dissociation does not approach $1$ at finite concentrations.
According to Kohlrausch's Law of independent migration of ions,the molar conductivity at infinite dilution can be determined using strong electrolytes.
Specifically,$\Lambda^{\circ}_{m}(HF) = \Lambda^{\circ}_{m}(NaF) + \Lambda^{\circ}_{m}(HCl) - \Lambda^{\circ}_{m}(NaCl)$.
Therefore,the correct approach is to use measurements on dilute solutions of $NaF$,$NaCl$,and $HCl$.
2
MediumMCQ
The ionic conductance of the following cations in a given concentration is in the order:
A
$Li^{+} < Na^{+} < K^{+} < Rb^{+}$
B
$Li^{+} > Na^{+} > K^{+} > Rb^{+}$
C
$Li^{+} < Na^{+} > K^{+} > Rb^{+}$
D
$Li^{+} = Na^{+} < K^{+} < Rb^{+}$

Solution

(A) In aqueous solution,cations are hydrated. The extent of hydration is inversely proportional to the size of the bare ion.
Since the size of the bare ion increases in the order $Li^{+} < Na^{+} < K^{+} < Rb^{+}$,the extent of hydration decreases in the same order.
Consequently,the size of the hydrated ion decreases as $Li^{+}(\text{hydrated}) > Na^{+}(\text{hydrated}) > K^{+}(\text{hydrated}) > Rb^{+}(\text{hydrated})$.
Ionic conductance is inversely proportional to the size of the hydrated ion.
Therefore,the ionic conductance increases in the order $Li^{+} < Na^{+} < K^{+} < Rb^{+}$.
3
EasyMCQ
When a solution of an electrolyte is heated,the conductance of the solution:
A
Increases because the electrolyte conducts better
B
Decreases because of the increased heat
C
Decreases because the dissociation of the electrolyte is suppressed
D
Increases because the electrolyte is dissociated more

Solution

(D) The conductance of an electrolytic solution depends on the number of ions present and their mobility.
When the temperature of an electrolytic solution is increased,the kinetic energy of the ions increases,which increases their mobility.
Additionally,for weak electrolytes,the degree of dissociation increases with an increase in temperature,leading to a higher number of ions.
Therefore,the conductance of the solution increases.
4
MediumMCQ
Which solution of $NaCl$ will show the highest resistance during the passage of current (in $N$)?
A
$0.05$
B
$2$
C
$0.1$
D
$1$

Solution

(A) Resistance $(R)$ is inversely proportional to the conductance $(G)$ of the solution.
Conductance depends on the number of ions present in the solution.
Lower concentration of the electrolyte results in fewer ions,which leads to lower conductance.
Since $R = \frac{1}{G}$,lower conductance corresponds to higher resistance.
Among the given concentrations,$0.05 \ N$ is the lowest concentration.
Therefore,the $0.05 \ N \ NaCl$ solution will have the fewest ions and thus the highest resistance.
5
MediumMCQ
In infinite dilution,the equivalent conductances of $Ba^{2+}$ and $Cl^{-}$ are $127$ and $76 \ ohm^{-1} cm^2 eqv^{-1}$ respectively. The equivalent conductivity of $BaCl_2$ at infinite dilution is: (in $.5$)
A
$101$
B
$279$
C
$203$
D
$139$

Solution

(D) According to Kohlrausch's law of independent migration of ions,the equivalent conductivity of an electrolyte at infinite dilution is the sum of the equivalent conductivities of its constituent ions.
For $BaCl_2$,the equivalent conductivity at infinite dilution is given by:
$\lambda^\infty_{eq}(BaCl_2) = \lambda^\infty_{eq}(1/2 Ba^{2+}) + \lambda^\infty_{eq}(Cl^-)$
Given that $\lambda^\infty_{eq}(Ba^{2+}) = 127 \ ohm^{-1} cm^2 eqv^{-1}$,the equivalent conductivity of the ion $1/2 Ba^{2+}$ is $\frac{127}{2} = 63.5 \ ohm^{-1} cm^2 eqv^{-1}$.
Therefore,$\lambda^\infty_{eq}(BaCl_2) = 63.5 + 76 = 139.5 \ ohm^{-1} cm^2 eqv^{-1}$.
6
EasyMCQ
The factor which is not affecting the conductivity of any solution is
A
Dilution
B
Nature of electrolyte
C
Temperature
D
None of these

Solution

(D) The conductivity of a solution depends on the nature of the electrolyte,the concentration of the solution (which changes with dilution),and the temperature. Since all the factors mentioned in the options affect the conductivity,the correct answer is $D$.
7
MediumMCQ
Specific conductance of $0.1 \, M$ nitric acid is $6.3 \times 10^{-2} \, \Omega^{-1} cm^{-1}$. The molar conductance of the solution is ............... $\Omega^{-1} cm^2 mol^{-1}$.
A
$6.30$
B
$315$
C
$100$
D
$630$

Solution

(D) The formula for molar conductance $(\lambda_{m})$ is given by: $\lambda_{m} = \frac{\kappa \times 1000}{M}$
Given: Specific conductance $(\kappa)$ = $6.3 \times 10^{-2} \, \Omega^{-1} cm^{-1}$ and Molarity $(M)$ = $0.1 \, M$.
Substituting the values: $\lambda_{m} = \frac{6.3 \times 10^{-2} \times 1000}{0.1}$
$\lambda_{m} = \frac{63}{0.1} = 630 \, \Omega^{-1} cm^2 mol^{-1}$.
8
EasyMCQ
The conductivity of a strong electrolyte is:
A
Increases slightly on dilution
B
Decreases on dilution
C
Does not change with dilution
D
Depends upon the density of the electrolyte itself

Solution

(B) The conductivity $(\kappa)$ of an electrolyte is defined as the conductance of a unit volume of the solution.
On dilution,the number of ions per unit volume decreases.
Since the conductivity depends on the number of ions present in a unit volume,it decreases upon dilution for both strong and weak electrolytes.
9
DifficultMCQ
If $X$ is the specific resistance (resistivity) of the solution and $M$ is the molarity of the solution,the molar conductivity of the solution is given by:
A
$\frac{1000X}{M}$
B
$\frac{1000}{MX}$
C
$\frac{1000M}{X}$
D
$\frac{MX}{1000}$

Solution

(B) The molar conductivity $(\Lambda_m)$ is defined as the conducting power of all the ions produced by dissolving $1 \text{ mole}$ of an electrolyte in $V \text{ mL}$ of solution.
It is related to specific conductivity $(\kappa)$ and molarity $(M)$ by the formula: $\Lambda_m = \frac{\kappa \times 1000}{M}$.
Since specific resistance (resistivity) $X = \frac{1}{\kappa}$,we have $\kappa = \frac{1}{X}$.
Substituting this into the formula,we get $\Lambda_m = \frac{1000}{MX}$.
10
DifficultMCQ
Conductivity (unit $S$) is directly proportional to the area of the vessel $(A)$ and the concentration of the solution $(C)$ in it,and is inversely proportional to the length of the vessel $(l)$. The unit of the constant of proportionality is:
A
$S \, m \, mol^{-1}$
B
$S \, m^2 \, mol^{-1}$
C
$S^{-2} \, m^2 \, mol$
D
$S^2 \, m^2 \, mol^{-2}$

Solution

(B) The given relationship is $K \propto \frac{A \times C}{l}$,where $K$ is the constant of proportionality.
Thus,$K = \frac{K_{cond} \times l}{A \times C}$,where $K_{cond}$ is conductivity $(S)$,$l$ is length $(m)$,$A$ is area $(m^2)$,and $C$ is concentration $(mol \, m^{-3})$.
Substituting the units: $\text{Unit of } K = \frac{S \times m}{m^2 \times (mol \, m^{-3})} = \frac{S \times m}{mol \times m^{-1}} = S \, m^2 \, mol^{-1}$.
11
EasyMCQ
Conductivity of a solution is directly proportional to
A
Dilution
B
Number of ions
C
Current density
D
Volume of the solution

Solution

(B) The conductivity $(\kappa)$ of an electrolytic solution is defined as the conductance of a unit volume of the solution.
It depends on the concentration of ions present in the solution.
Therefore,the conductivity of a solution is directly proportional to the number of ions present per unit volume.
12
EasyMCQ
The increase in equivalent conductance of an electrolyte solution with dilution is due to the increase in
A
Ionic attraction
B
Molecular attraction
C
Degree of association of the electrolyte
D
Degree of ionisation of the electrolyte

Solution

(D) On dilution,the volume of the solution increases,which reduces the inter-ionic attractions.
Additionally,for weak electrolytes,the degree of dissociation increases with dilution.
However,the primary reason for the increase in equivalent conductance for both strong and weak electrolytes is the increase in the degree of dissociation (for weak electrolytes) and the reduction in inter-ionic attraction (for strong electrolytes).
Among the given options,the increase in the degree of ionisation is the most significant factor for the observed increase in equivalent conductance.
13
MediumMCQ
The unit of equivalent conductivity is
A
$ohm \ cm$
B
$ohm^{-1} \ cm^2 \ (gm \ equivalent)^{-1}$
C
$ohm \ cm^2 \ (gm \ equivalent)$
D
$S \ cm^{-2}$

Solution

(B) The formula for equivalent conductivity is $\Lambda_{eq} = \frac{\kappa \times 1000}{C}$.
Here,$\kappa$ is the specific conductivity $(ohm^{-1} \ cm^{-1})$ and $C$ is the concentration in $gm \ equivalent \ L^{-1}$ (or $gm \ equivalent \ cm^{-3} \times 1000$).
Substituting the units: $\Lambda_{eq} = \frac{ohm^{-1} \ cm^{-1}}{gm \ equivalent \ cm^{-3}} = ohm^{-1} \ cm^2 \ (gm \ equivalent)^{-1}$.
Therefore,the correct unit is $ohm^{-1} \ cm^2 \ (gm \ equivalent)^{-1}$.
14
EasyMCQ
Electrolytic conduction differs from metallic conduction in that in the case of electrolytic conduction:
A
The resistance increases with increasing temperature
B
The resistance decreases with increasing temperature
C
The flow of current does not generate heat
D
The resistance is independent of the length of the conductor

Solution

(B) In electrolytic conduction,as the temperature increases,the kinetic energy of the ions increases,and the viscosity of the solvent decreases.
These factors lead to an increase in the mobility of ions,which results in a decrease in resistance.
Therefore,the correct option is $(b)$.
15
EasyMCQ
The electrolytic conductance is a direct measure of
A
Resistance
B
Potential
C
Concentration
D
Dissociation

Solution

(D) Electrolytic conductance is defined as the ease with which current flows through an electrolytic solution.
It is the reciprocal of resistance $(G = 1/R)$.
Since conductance depends on the number of ions present in the solution,it is a direct measure of the degree of dissociation of the electrolyte.
Therefore,the correct option is $(D)$.
16
EasyMCQ
How does the conductivity of a strong electrolyte change upon dilution?
A
Increases on dilution
B
Does not change considerably on dilution
C
Decreases on dilution
D
Depends on density

Solution

(C) . The conductivity $(\kappa)$ of an electrolyte is defined as the conductance of a unit volume of the solution.
On dilution,the number of ions per unit volume decreases significantly.
Therefore,the conductivity of a strong electrolyte decreases on dilution.
Note: While molar conductivity $(\Lambda_m)$ increases on dilution due to the increase in volume containing one mole of electrolyte,the specific conductivity $(\kappa)$ decreases.
17
MediumMCQ
The molar conductivity is maximum for the solution of concentration $...........$ $M$.
A
$0.001$
B
$0.005$
C
$0.002$
D
$0.004$

Solution

(A) Molar conductivity $(\Lambda_m)$ is defined as the conductance of all the ions produced by one mole of an electrolyte in a given volume of solution.
It is related to the concentration $(C)$ by the expression $\Lambda_m = \frac{\kappa}{C}$,where $\kappa$ is the specific conductivity.
As the concentration of the solution decreases,the volume containing one mole of the electrolyte increases,leading to an increase in molar conductivity.
Therefore,molar conductivity is inversely proportional to the concentration.
Among the given options,the lowest concentration is $0.001 \ M$,which will result in the maximum molar conductivity.
18
EasyMCQ
The unit of molar conductivity is
A
$\Omega^{-1} cm^{2} mol^{-1}$
B
$\Omega cm^{-2} mol^{-1}$
C
$\Omega^{-1} cm^{2} mol^{-1}$
D
$\Omega cm^{2} mol$

Solution

(A) Molar conductivity $(\Lambda_m)$ is defined as the conductivity $(\kappa)$ divided by the molar concentration $(C)$: $\Lambda_m = \frac{\kappa}{C}$.
The unit of conductivity $(\kappa)$ is $\Omega^{-1} cm^{-1}$ (or $S \ cm^{-1}$).
The unit of molar concentration $(C)$ is $mol \ cm^{-3}$.
Therefore,the unit of molar conductivity is $\frac{\Omega^{-1} cm^{-1}}{mol \ cm^{-3}} = \Omega^{-1} cm^{2} mol^{-1}$.
19
MediumMCQ
Given $l/a = 0.5 \ cm^{-1}$,$R = 50 \ \Omega$,$N = 1.0$. The equivalent conductance of the electrolytic cell is ................ $\Omega^{-1} \ cm^2 \ gm \ eq^{-1}$.
A
$10$
B
$20$
C
$300$
D
$100$

Solution

(A) The cell constant is given by $G^* = l/a = 0.5 \ cm^{-1}$.
Resistance $R = 50 \ \Omega$.
The conductivity $\kappa$ is given by $\kappa = \frac{1}{R} \times \frac{l}{a} = \frac{1}{50} \times 0.5 = 0.01 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^{-1}$.
The equivalent conductance $\Lambda_{eq}$ is calculated using the formula $\Lambda_{eq} = \frac{\kappa \times 1000}{N}$.
Substituting the values: $\Lambda_{eq} = \frac{0.01 \times 1000}{1.0} = 10 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^2 \ gm \ eq^{-1}$.
20
MediumMCQ
If the equivalent conductance of $1 \ M$ benzoic acid is $12.8 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^2 \ eq^{-1}$ and the equivalent conductances of benzoate ion and $H^{+}$ ion are $42$ and $288.42 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^2 \ eq^{-1}$ respectively,its degree of dissociation is ............. $\%$
A
$39$
B
$3.9$
C
$0.35$
D
$0.039$

Solution

(B) The equivalent conductance at infinite dilution for benzoic acid is calculated using Kohlrausch's law:
$\Lambda_{eq}^o (C_6H_5COOH) = \Lambda_{eq}^o (C_6H_5COO^-) + \Lambda_{eq}^o (H^+) = 42 + 288.42 = 330.42 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^2 \ eq^{-1}$.
The degree of dissociation $(\alpha)$ is given by the ratio of equivalent conductance at a given concentration $(\Lambda_{eq}^c)$ to the equivalent conductance at infinite dilution $(\Lambda_{eq}^o)$:
$\alpha = \frac{\Lambda_{eq}^c}{\Lambda_{eq}^o} = \frac{12.8}{330.42} \approx 0.03874$.
To express this as a percentage:
$\alpha \% = 0.03874 \times 100 = 3.874 \% \approx 3.9 \%$.
21
EasyMCQ
The unit $ohm^{-1}$ is used for
A
Molar conductivity
B
Equivalent conductivity
C
Specific conductivity
D
Conductivity

Solution

(D) Conductance is defined as the reciprocal of resistance.
$Conductance = \frac{1}{Resistance} = \frac{1}{ohm} = ohm^{-1}$ or $mho$ (also known as $Siemens$,$S$).
Therefore,the unit $ohm^{-1}$ represents conductance.
22
MediumMCQ
The specific conductance of a $0.1 \ N \ KCl$ solution at $23 \ ^oC$ is $0.012 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^{-1}$. The resistance of a cell containing the solution at the same temperature was found to be $55 \ \Omega$. The cell constant will be .............. $cm^{-1}$.
A
$0.142$
B
$0.66$
C
$0.918$
D
$1.12$

Solution

(B) The relationship between specific conductance $(K)$,resistance $(R)$,and cell constant $(G^*)$ is given by the formula:
$K = \frac{1}{R} \times G^*$
Rearranging to solve for the cell constant:
$G^* = K \times R$
Given:
$K = 0.012 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^{-1}$
$R = 55 \ \Omega$
Calculation:
$G^* = 0.012 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^{-1} \times 55 \ \Omega = 0.66 \ cm^{-1}$
Therefore,the cell constant is $0.66 \ cm^{-1}$.
23
EasyMCQ
The specific conductance (conductivity) of a solution is $0.2 \ \Omega^{-1} cm^{-1}$ and its conductance is $0.04 \ \Omega^{-1}$. The cell constant would be .............. $cm^{-1}$.
A
$1$
B
$0.2$
C
$5$
D
$0.008$

Solution

(C) The relationship between conductivity $(K)$,conductance $(C)$,and cell constant $(G^*)$ is given by the formula: $K = C \times G^*$.
Therefore,the cell constant is calculated as: $G^* = \frac{K}{C}$.
Given: $K = 0.2 \ \Omega^{-1} cm^{-1}$ and $C = 0.04 \ \Omega^{-1}$.
$G^* = \frac{0.2}{0.04} = 5 \ cm^{-1}$.
24
DifficultMCQ
If the conductance and specific conductance of a solution are both $1$,then its cell constant would be:
A
$1$
B
$0$
C
$0.5$
D
$4$

Solution

(A) The relationship between conductance $(C)$,specific conductance $(\kappa)$,and cell constant $(G^*)$ is given by the formula: $\kappa = C \times G^*$.
Given that $C = 1$ and $\kappa = 1$,we have: $1 = 1 \times G^*$.
Therefore,$G^* = 1$.
25
MediumMCQ
The molar conductances of $NaCl$,$HCl$,and $CH_3COONa$ at infinite dilution are $126.45$,$426.16$,and $91 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^2 \ mol^{-1}$ respectively. The molar conductance of $CH_3COOH$ at infinite dilution is .............. $\Omega^{-1} \ cm^2 \ mol^{-1}$.
A
$201.28$
B
$390.71$
C
$698.28$
D
$540.48$

Solution

(B) According to Kohlrausch's law of independent migration of ions:
$\Lambda_m^o(CH_3COOH) = \Lambda_m^o(CH_3COONa) + \Lambda_m^o(HCl) - \Lambda_m^o(NaCl)$
Substituting the given values:
$\Lambda_m^o(CH_3COOH) = 91 + 426.16 - 126.45$
$\Lambda_m^o(CH_3COOH) = 390.71 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^2 \ mol^{-1}$.
26
MediumMCQ
The electrodes of a conductivity cell are $3 \text{ cm}$ apart and have a cross-sectional area of $4 \text{ cm}^2$. The cell constant of the cell (in $\text{cm}^{-1}$) is
A
$4 \times 3$
B
$4/3$
C
$3/4$
D
$9/4$

Solution

(C) The cell constant $(G^*)$ is defined as the ratio of the distance between the electrodes $(l)$ to the cross-sectional area of the electrodes $(a)$.
$G^* = \frac{l}{a}$
Given:
$l = 3 \text{ cm}$
$a = 4 \text{ cm}^2$
Therefore,$G^* = \frac{3 \text{ cm}}{4 \text{ cm}^2} = 0.75 \text{ cm}^{-1}$ or $3/4 \text{ cm}^{-1}$.
Thus,the correct option is $(C)$.
27
EasyMCQ
The unit of cell constant is
A
$ohm^{-1} \ cm^{-1}$
B
$ohm \ cm$
C
$cm$
D
$cm^{-1}$

Solution

(D) The cell constant $(G^*)$ is defined as the ratio of the distance between the electrodes $(l)$ to the area of cross-section of the electrodes $(A)$.
$G^* = \frac{l}{A}$
Since the unit of length $(l)$ is $cm$ and the unit of area $(A)$ is $cm^2$,the unit of cell constant is $\frac{cm}{cm^2} = cm^{-1}$.
28
DifficultMCQ
At $25\,^{\circ}C$,the specific conductivity of a normal solution of $KCl$ is $0.002765\,S\,cm^{-1}$. The resistance of the cell is $400\,\Omega$. The cell constant is: (in $,cm^{-1}$)
A
$0.815$
B
$1.016$
C
$1.106$
D
$2.016$

Solution

(C) The formula for cell constant $(G^*)$ is given by:
$G^* = \kappa \times R$
Where $\kappa$ is the specific conductivity and $R$ is the resistance.
Given:
$\kappa = 0.002765\,S\,cm^{-1}$
$R = 400\,\Omega$
Calculation:
$G^* = 0.002765\,S\,cm^{-1} \times 400\,\Omega = 1.106\,cm^{-1}$
Therefore,the correct option is $(c)$.
29
MediumMCQ
The limiting molar conductivities $\wedge ^0$ for $NaCl$,$KBr$,and $KCl$ are $126$,$152$,and $150 \ S \ cm^2 \ mol^{-1}$ respectively. The $\wedge ^0$ for $NaBr$ is ............ $S \ cm^2 \ mol^{-1}$.
A
$278$
B
$176$
C
$128$
D
$302$

Solution

(C) According to Kohlrausch's law of independent migration of ions:
$\wedge _{NaCl}^0 = \lambda _{Na^{+}}^0 + \lambda _{Cl^{-}}^0 = 126 \ S \ cm^2 \ mol^{-1}$ $(1)$
$\wedge _{KBr}^0 = \lambda _{K^{+}}^0 + \lambda _{Br^{-}}^0 = 152 \ S \ cm^2 \ mol^{-1}$ $(2)$
$\wedge _{KCl}^0 = \lambda _{K^{+}}^0 + \lambda _{Cl^{-}}^0 = 150 \ S \ cm^2 \ mol^{-1}$ $(3)$
To find $\wedge _{NaBr}^0 = \lambda _{Na^{+}}^0 + \lambda _{Br^{-}}^0$,we perform the operation: $(1)$ + $(2)$ - $(3)$
$\wedge _{NaBr}^0 = (\lambda _{Na^{+}}^0 + \lambda _{Cl^{-}}^0) + (\lambda _{K^{+}}^0 + \lambda _{Br^{-}}^0) - (\lambda _{K^{+}}^0 + \lambda _{Cl^{-}}^0)$
$\wedge _{NaBr}^0 = 126 + 152 - 150 = 128 \ S \ cm^2 \ mol^{-1}$
30
MediumMCQ
Calculate $\Lambda _{HOAc}^{\infty }$ using appropriate molar conductances of the electrolytes listed below at infinite dilution in $H_2O$ at $25\ ^oC$.
Electrolyte $\Lambda ^{\infty } (S\ cm^2\ mol^{-1})$
$KCl$ $149.9$
$KNO_3$ $145.0$
$HCl$ $426.2$
$NaOAc$ $91.0$
$NaCl$ $126.5$
A
$517.2$
B
$552.7$
C
$390.7$
D
$217.5$

Solution

(C) According to Kohlrausch's law of independent migration of ions,the molar conductivity of a weak electrolyte at infinite dilution can be calculated using the molar conductivities of strong electrolytes.
$\Lambda _{HOAc}^{\infty } = \Lambda _{NaOAc}^{\infty } + \Lambda _{HCl}^{\infty } - \Lambda _{NaCl}^{\infty }$
Substituting the given values:
$\Lambda _{HOAc}^{\infty } = 91.0 + 426.2 - 126.5$
$\Lambda _{HOAc}^{\infty } = 390.7 \ S \ cm^2 \ mol^{-1}$
31
EasyMCQ
The metal which is the best conductor of electricity is
A
Iron
B
Copper
C
Silver
D
Aluminium

Solution

(C) The electrical conductivity of metals depends on the mobility of free electrons. Among the given options,$Silver$ $(Ag)$ has the highest electrical conductivity at room temperature,making it the best conductor of electricity.
32
MediumMCQ
Which of the following solutions has the maximum conductivity?
A
$K_3[Fe(CN)_6]$ ($0.1 \, M$ solution)
B
$K_2[Ni(CN)_4]$ ($0.1 \, M$ solution)
C
$FeSO_4 \cdot Al_2(SO_4)_3 \cdot 24H_2O$ ($0.1 \, M$ solution)
D
$Na_2[Ag(S_2O_3)_2]$ ($0.1 \, M$ solution)

Solution

(C) Conductivity depends on the number of ions produced per formula unit in the solution.
$A$: $K_3[Fe(CN)_6] \rightarrow 3K^+ + [Fe(CN)_6]^{3-}$ $(4 \, \text{ions})$
$B$: $K_2[Ni(CN)_4] \rightarrow 2K^+ + [Ni(CN)_4]^{2-}$ $(3 \, \text{ions})$
$C$: $FeSO_4 \cdot Al_2(SO_4)_3 \cdot 24H_2O \rightarrow Fe^{2+} + 2Al^{3+} + 4SO_4^{2-}$ $(7 \, \text{ions})$
$D$: $Na_2[Ag(S_2O_3)_2] \rightarrow 2Na^+ + [Ag(S_2O_3)_2]^{2-}$ $(3 \, \text{ions})$
Since $FeSO_4 \cdot Al_2(SO_4)_3 \cdot 24H_2O$ produces the highest number of ions $(7)$,it exhibits the maximum conductivity.
33
EasyMCQ
Which of the following has maximum conductivity in solution?
A
$N \, CH_3COONa$
B
$N \, KCl$
C
$N \, NH_4Cl$
D
Equal conductivity

Solution

(B) All the given solutions are $1 \, N$ (normal) solutions of strong electrolytes.
Since they are strong electrolytes,they dissociate completely in the solution.
However,the conductivity depends on the mobility of the ions.
Among the given options,$KCl$ provides $K^+$ and $Cl^-$ ions,which have higher ionic mobility compared to the ions produced by $CH_3COONa$ $(CH_3COO^-)$ and $NH_4Cl$ $(NH_4^+)$.
Therefore,$N \, KCl$ exhibits the maximum conductivity.
34
MediumMCQ
Which of the following ions has the maximum molar ionic conductivity in aqueous solution?
A
$K^{+}$
B
$Cl^{-}$
C
$Ca^{2+}$
D
$H^{+}$

Solution

(D) The molar ionic conductivity of an ion in an aqueous solution depends on its size and charge.
Smaller ions with higher charge density generally have higher conductivity due to their higher mobility in water.
Among the given options,the hydrogen ion $(H^{+})$ has the smallest size and exhibits a unique mechanism of transport known as the Grotthuss mechanism (proton hopping) in water,which results in a significantly higher molar ionic conductivity compared to other ions like $K^{+}$,$Cl^{-}$,or $Ca^{2+}$.
35
DifficultMCQ
The equivalent conductivities of $Al^{3+}$ and $SO_4^{2-}$ ions at infinite dilution are $189$ and $160 \ \Omega^{-1} cm^2 eq^{-1}$ respectively. What is the equivalent conductivity of $Al_2(SO_4)_3$ at infinite dilution?
A
$160$
B
$386$
C
$858$
D
$143$

Solution

(D) According to Kohlrausch's law of independent migration of ions,the equivalent conductivity at infinite dilution is the sum of the equivalent conductivities of the individual ions.
$\lambda_{eq}^{\infty} (Al_2(SO_4)_3) = \lambda_{eq}^{\infty} (Al^{3+}) + \lambda_{eq}^{\infty} (SO_4^{2-})$
Given $\lambda_{eq}^{\infty} (Al^{3+}) = 189 \ \Omega^{-1} cm^2 eq^{-1}$ and $\lambda_{eq}^{\infty} (SO_4^{2-}) = 160 \ \Omega^{-1} cm^2 eq^{-1}$.
Therefore,$\lambda_{eq}^{\infty} (Al_2(SO_4)_3) = 189 + 160 = 349 \ \Omega^{-1} cm^2 eq^{-1}$.
Wait,the standard formula for equivalent conductivity at infinite dilution is $\lambda_{eq}^{\infty} = \lambda_{+}^{\infty} + \lambda_{-}^{\infty}$.
Thus,$189 + 160 = 349 \ \Omega^{-1} cm^2 eq^{-1}$.
Note: The provided solution in the prompt used a molar conductivity calculation approach,but the question specifically asks for equivalent conductivity.
36
MediumMCQ
The equivalent conductances of $CH_3COONa$,$HCl$,and $CH_3COOH$ at infinite dilution are $91$,$426$,and $391 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^2 \ eq^{-1}$ respectively. What is the equivalent conductance of $NaCl$ at infinite dilution?
A
$126$
B
$209$
C
$391$
D
$908$

Solution

(A) According to Kohlrausch's law of independent migration of ions,the equivalent conductance at infinite dilution for an electrolyte is the sum of the equivalent conductances of its constituent ions.
For $CH_3COONa$: $\Lambda^\infty_{CH_3COONa} = \lambda^\infty_{CH_3COO^-} + \lambda^\infty_{Na^+} = 91 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^2 \ eq^{-1}$ $(i)$
For $HCl$: $\Lambda^\infty_{HCl} = \lambda^\infty_{H^+} + \lambda^\infty_{Cl^-} = 426 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^2 \ eq^{-1}$ (ii)
For $CH_3COOH$: $\Lambda^\infty_{CH_3COOH} = \lambda^\infty_{CH_3COO^-} + \lambda^\infty_{H^+} = 391 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^2 \ eq^{-1}$ (iii)
We need to find $\Lambda^\infty_{NaCl} = \lambda^\infty_{Na^+} + \lambda^\infty_{Cl^-}$.
By performing the operation $(i)$ + (ii) - (iii):
$\Lambda^\infty_{NaCl} = (\lambda^\infty_{CH_3COO^-} + \lambda^\infty_{Na^+}) + (\lambda^\infty_{H^+} + \lambda^\infty_{Cl^-}) - (\lambda^\infty_{CH_3COO^-} + \lambda^\infty_{H^+})$
$\Lambda^\infty_{NaCl} = \lambda^\infty_{Na^+} + \lambda^\infty_{Cl^-}$
$\Lambda^\infty_{NaCl} = 91 + 426 - 391 = 126 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^2 \ eq^{-1}$.
37
EasyMCQ
The specific conductivity of a normal solution of $KCl$ at $25 \, ^oC$ is $0.002765 \, S \, cm^{-1}$. If the resistance of the cell is $400 \, \Omega$,what is the cell constant (in $cm^{-1}$)?
A
$0.815$
B
$1.016$
C
$1.106$
D
$2.016$

Solution

(C) The cell constant $(G^*)$ is defined as the product of specific conductivity $(\kappa)$ and resistance $(R)$.
Given:
Specific conductivity $(\kappa) = 0.002765 \, S \, cm^{-1}$
Resistance $(R) = 400 \, \Omega$
Formula:
$G^* = \kappa \times R$
Calculation:
$G^* = 0.002765 \, S \, cm^{-1} \times 400 \, \Omega = 1.106 \, cm^{-1}$
38
DifficultMCQ
The specific conductance of a solution containing $1.0 \ g$ of anhydrous $BaCl_2$ in $200 \ cm^3$ of solution is $0.0058 \ S \ cm^{-1}$. Calculate the molar and equivalent conductivity of the solution. (Molar mass of $BaCl_2 = 208 \ g \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$241.67, \ 120.83$
B
$325.67, \ 250.83$
C
$193.67, \ 183.83$
D
$271.67, \ 130.83$

Solution

(A) Molarity $(M)$ of $BaCl_2 = \frac{\text{mass} \times 1000}{\text{Molar mass} \times \text{Volume in } mL} = \frac{1.0 \times 1000}{208 \times 200} = 0.02404 \ M \approx 0.024 \ M$.
Normality $(N)$ of $BaCl_2 = M \times \text{valency factor} = 0.024 \times 2 = 0.048 \ N$.
Molar conductivity $(\Lambda_m)$ = $\frac{\kappa \times 1000}{M} = \frac{0.0058 \times 1000}{0.024} = 241.67 \ S \ cm^2 \ mol^{-1}$.
Equivalent conductivity $(\Lambda_{eq})$ = $\frac{\kappa \times 1000}{N} = \frac{0.0058 \times 1000}{0.048} = 120.83 \ S \ cm^2 \ eq^{-1}$.
39
EasyMCQ
What is the correct order of equivalent conductance at infinite dilution for $LiCl$,$NaCl$,and $KCl$?
A
$LiCl > NaCl > KCl$
B
$KCl > NaCl > LiCl$
C
$NaCl > KCl > LiCl$
D
$LiCl > KCl > NaCl$

Solution

(B) Equivalent conductance is directly proportional to the ionic character of the compound.
According to Fajan's rule,polarizing power is directly proportional to the covalent character.
The order of polarizing power of cations is $Li^{+} > Na^{+} > K^{+}$.
Therefore,the order of covalent character is $LiCl > NaCl > KCl$.
Since ionic character is the inverse of covalent character,the order of ionic character is $KCl > NaCl > LiCl$.
Thus,the order of equivalent conductance at infinite dilution is $KCl > NaCl > LiCl$.
40
MediumMCQ
Given the limiting molar conductivities at $25^{\circ}C$ for the following electrolytes in $S \, cm^{2} \, mol^{-1}$:
$KCl = 149.9$
$KNO_{3} = 145.0$
$HCl = 426.2$
$NaOAc = 91.0$
$NaCl = 126.5$
Calculate $\Lambda^{\infty}_{HOAc}$ using the Kohlrausch law of independent migration of ions.
A
$390.7$
B
$217.5$
C
$517.2$
D
$552.7$

Solution

(A) According to Kohlrausch's law,the limiting molar conductivity of a weak electrolyte like acetic acid $(HOAc)$ can be calculated from the limiting molar conductivities of strong electrolytes:
$\Lambda^{\infty}_{HOAc} = \Lambda^{\infty}_{NaOAc} + \Lambda^{\infty}_{HCl} - \Lambda^{\infty}_{NaCl}$
Substituting the given values:
$\Lambda^{\infty}_{HOAc} = 91.0 + 426.2 - 126.5$
$\Lambda^{\infty}_{HOAc} = 517.2 - 126.5 = 390.7 \, S \, cm^{2} \, mol^{-1}$
41
EasyMCQ
Which of the following $M$ solutions of $KCl$ has the lowest value of specific conductivity?
A
$1$
B
$0.1$
C
$0.01$
D
$0.001$

Solution

(D) Specific conductivity $(\kappa)$ is directly proportional to the concentration of the electrolyte solution.
As the concentration decreases,the number of ions per unit volume decreases,leading to a decrease in specific conductivity.
Therefore,the $0.001 \ M$ $KCl$ solution has the lowest value of specific conductivity among the given options.
42
MediumMCQ
If the resistance of a $0.01 \, M$ electrolyte in a cell is $40 \, \Omega$ and the cell constant is $0.4 \, \text{cm}^{-1}$,what is the molar conductivity in $\Omega^{-1} \, \text{cm}^2 \, \text{mol}^{-1}$?
A
$10$
B
$10^2$
C
$10^3$
D
$10^4$

Solution

(C) Given: Concentration $(C)$ = $0.01 \, \text{M}$,Resistance $(R)$ = $40 \, \Omega$,Cell constant $(G^*)$ = $0.4 \, \text{cm}^{-1}$.
Conductivity $(\kappa)$ = $\frac{G^*}{R} = \frac{0.4 \, \text{cm}^{-1}}{40 \, \Omega} = 0.01 \, \Omega^{-1} \, \text{cm}^{-1}$.
Molar conductivity $(\Lambda_m)$ = $\frac{\kappa \times 1000}{C} = \frac{0.01 \times 1000}{0.01} = 1000 \, \Omega^{-1} \, \text{cm}^2 \, \text{mol}^{-1}$.
Therefore,$\Lambda_m = 10^3 \, \Omega^{-1} \, \text{cm}^2 \, \text{mol}^{-1}$.
43
DifficultMCQ
The resistance of a conductivity cell filled with $0.1 \ M$ electrolyte solution is $100 \ \Omega$. The conductivity of this solution is $1.29 \ S \ m^{-1}$. If the resistance of the same cell filled with $0.02 \ M$ solution is $520 \ \Omega$,what is the molar conductivity of the $0.02 \ M$ solution?
A
$124 \times 10^{-4} \ S \ m^2 \ mol^{-1}$
B
$1240 \times 10^{-4} \ S \ m^2 \ mol^{-1}$
C
$1.24 \times 10^4 \ S \ m^2 \ mol^{-1}$
D
$12.4 \times 10^{-4} \ S \ m^2 \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(A) Step $1$: Calculate the cell constant $(G^* = \frac{\ell}{A})$.
Given for $0.1 \ M$ solution: $R = 100 \ \Omega$,$\kappa = 1.29 \ S \ m^{-1}$.
$G^* = \kappa \times R = 1.29 \ S \ m^{-1} \times 100 \ \Omega = 129 \ m^{-1}$.
Step $2$: Calculate conductivity $(\kappa)$ for $0.02 \ M$ solution.
Given: $R = 520 \ \Omega$,$G^* = 129 \ m^{-1}$.
$\kappa = \frac{G^*}{R} = \frac{129}{520} \approx 0.248 \ S \ m^{-1}$.
Step $3$: Calculate molar conductivity $(\Lambda_m)$.
$\Lambda_m = \frac{\kappa}{C} = \frac{0.248 \ S \ m^{-1}}{0.02 \ mol \ L^{-1}} = \frac{0.248 \ S \ m^{-1}}{0.02 \times 10^3 \ mol \ m^{-3}} = \frac{0.248}{20} \ S \ m^2 \ mol^{-1} = 0.0124 \ S \ m^2 \ mol^{-1}$.
Converting to scientific notation: $124 \times 10^{-4} \ S \ m^2 \ mol^{-1}$.
44
EasyMCQ
At $25^o C$,the molar conductivity of a $0.1 \, N \, CH_3COOH$ solution is $80 \, S \, cm^2 \, mol^{-1}$ and the molar conductivity at infinite dilution is $400 \, S \, cm^2 \, mol^{-1}$. What is the degree of dissociation $(\alpha)$ of $CH_3COOH$?
A
$1$
B
$0.2$
C
$0.1$
D
$0.5$

Solution

(B) The degree of dissociation $(\alpha)$ is given by the ratio of molar conductivity at a specific concentration $(\Lambda_c)$ to the molar conductivity at infinite dilution $(\Lambda_\infty)$.
$\alpha = \frac{\Lambda_c}{\Lambda_\infty}$
Given $\Lambda_c = 80 \, S \, cm^2 \, mol^{-1}$ and $\Lambda_\infty = 400 \, S \, cm^2 \, mol^{-1}$.
$\alpha = \frac{80}{400} = \frac{1}{5} = 0.2$.
45
EasyMCQ
What is the effect of dilution on the equivalent conductivity of a strong electrolyte?
A
It decreases with dilution.
B
It remains unchanged.
C
It increases with dilution.
D
None of these.

Solution

(C) The equivalent conductivity of a strong electrolyte increases with dilution. $ \Lambda_{eq} = \kappa \times V $. As dilution increases,the volume $ V $ containing one equivalent of the electrolyte increases,which leads to an increase in equivalent conductivity.
46
EasyMCQ
The cell constant of a cell is $0.5 \ cm^{-1}$ and the resistance $R = 50 \ \Omega$. If the normality is $1 \ N$,then the equivalent conductivity of the electrochemical cell is ...... $\Omega^{-1} \ cm^2 \ (g \ eq)^{-1}$.
A
$10$
B
$20$
C
$300$
D
$100$

Solution

(A) Given: Cell constant $(G^*) = \frac{l}{a} = 0.5 \ cm^{-1}$,Resistance $(R) = 50 \ \Omega$,Normality $(N) = 1 \ N$.
Conductivity $(\kappa) = \frac{1}{R} \times \frac{l}{a} = \frac{1}{50} \times 0.5 = 0.01 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^{-1}$.
Equivalent conductivity $(\Lambda_{eq}) = \frac{1000 \times \kappa}{N} = \frac{1000 \times 0.01}{1} = 10 \ \Omega^{-1} \ cm^2 \ (g \ eq)^{-1}$.
47
EasyMCQ
At $25^o C$,the molar conductivities at infinite dilution of $NaOAc$ and $HCl$ in water are $91.0 \, S \, cm^2/mol$ and $426.2 \, S \, cm^2/mol$,respectively. What is the value to be added to calculate the molar conductivity of $HOAc$ at infinite dilution?
A
$KCl$
B
$NaOH$
C
$NaCl$
D
$H_2O$

Solution

(C) According to Kohlrausch's law of independent migration of ions,the molar conductivity at infinite dilution for $HOAc$ (acetic acid) is given by:
$\wedge^o_{HOAc} = \wedge^o_{H^+} + \wedge^o_{OAc^-}$
We are given:
$\wedge^o_{NaOAc} = \wedge^o_{Na^+} + \wedge^o_{OAc^-} = 91.0 \, S \, cm^2/mol$
$\wedge^o_{HCl} = \wedge^o_{H^+} + \wedge^o_{Cl^-} = 426.2 \, S \, cm^2/mol$
To obtain $\wedge^o_{HOAc}$,we perform the operation:
$\wedge^o_{HOAc} = \wedge^o_{NaOAc} + \wedge^o_{HCl} - \wedge^o_{NaCl}$
$\wedge^o_{HOAc} = (\wedge^o_{Na^+} + \wedge^o_{OAc^-}) + (\wedge^o_{H^+} + \wedge^o_{Cl^-}) - (\wedge^o_{Na^+} + \wedge^o_{Cl^-})$
$\wedge^o_{HOAc} = \wedge^o_{H^+} + \wedge^o_{OAc^-}$
Thus,we need to subtract the molar conductivity of $NaCl$ to cancel out the unwanted ions ($Na^+$ and $Cl^-$). The question asks for the value to be added to the sum of $\wedge^o_{NaOAc}$ and $\wedge^o_{HCl}$ to get the result,which is $-\wedge^o_{NaCl}$. However,among the options provided,$NaCl$ is the substance whose conductivity must be subtracted. If the question implies which substance is involved in the calculation,$NaCl$ is the correct choice.
48
MediumMCQ
If $ᴧ^{0} CH_{3}COONa = 91 \ S \ cm^{2} \ mol^{-1}$ and $ᴧ^{0} HCl = 462.2 \ S \ cm^{2} \ mol^{-1}$,then what value is required to calculate $ᴧ^{0} CH_{3}COOH$?
A
$ᴧ^{0} Cl^{-}$
B
$ᴧ^{0} NaCl$
C
$ᴧ^{0} H^{+}$
D
$ᴧ^{0} CH_{3}COOH$

Solution

(B) According to Kohlrausch's law of independent migration of ions:
$ᴧ^{0} CH_{3}COOH = ᴧ^{0} CH_{3}COO^{-} + ᴧ^{0} H^{+}$
To obtain this,we use the values of strong electrolytes:
$ᴧ^{0} CH_{3}COOH = ᴧ^{0} CH_{3}COONa + ᴧ^{0} HCl - ᴧ^{0} NaCl$
Therefore,the value of $ᴧ^{0} NaCl$ is required.
49
EasyMCQ
The specific conductivity of a $0.01 \ M$ salt solution is $1.061 \times 10^{-4} \ S \ cm^{-1}$. The molar conductivity of this solution is:
A
$1.061 \times 10^{-4}$
B
$1.061$
C
$10.61$
D
$106.1$

Solution

(C) The formula for molar conductivity $(\Lambda_m)$ is given by: $\Lambda_m = \frac{\kappa \times 1000}{M}$
Here,$\kappa = 1.061 \times 10^{-4} \ S \ cm^{-1}$ and $M = 0.01 \ M$.
Substituting the values: $\Lambda_m = \frac{1.061 \times 10^{-4} \times 1000}{0.01}$
$\Lambda_m = \frac{1.061 \times 10^{-1}}{10^{-2}}$
$\Lambda_m = 1.061 \times 10^1 = 10.61 \ S \ cm^2 \ mol^{-1}$.

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