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201
MediumMCQ
$0.5 \ m$ aqueous solution of a weak acid $(HX)$ is $20 \%$ ionized. If $K_{f}$ of water is $1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$,the lowering in freezing point of the solution is: (in $K$)
A
$0.56$
B
$1.12$
C
$0.28$
D
$0.84$

Solution

(B) The dissociation of the weak acid is represented as: $HX \rightleftharpoons H^{+} + X^{-}$.
For the dissociation of an electrolyte,the van't Hoff factor $i$ is given by $i = 1 + \alpha(n-1)$,where $n$ is the number of ions produced per molecule.
Here,$n = 2$ and $\alpha = 0.20$ $(20 \%)$.
So,$i = 1 + 0.20(2-1) = 1.2$.
The lowering in freezing point is given by $\Delta T_{f} = i \times K_{f} \times m$.
Substituting the values: $\Delta T_{f} = 1.2 \times 1.86 \times 0.5 = 1.116 \ K \approx 1.12 \ K$.
202
DifficultMCQ
Which of the following $0.1 \ m$ aqueous solutions exhibits the highest osmotic pressure at $25^{\circ}C$?
A
Urea
B
$CoCl_{2}$
C
$KCl$
D
Glucose

Solution

(B) The osmotic pressure $(\pi)$ is a colligative property given by the formula $\pi = iCRT$,where $i$ is the van't Hoff factor,$C$ is the molar concentration,$R$ is the gas constant,and $T$ is the temperature.
For a given concentration and temperature,$\pi$ is directly proportional to the van't Hoff factor $(i)$.
$1$. Urea: $i = 1$ (non-electrolyte)
$2$. $CoCl_{2}$: $i = 3$ $(Co^{2+} + 2Cl^{-})$
$3$. $KCl$: $i = 2$ $(K^{+} + Cl^{-})$
$4$. Glucose: $i = 1$ (non-electrolyte)
Since $CoCl_{2}$ has the highest van't Hoff factor $(i = 3)$,it will exhibit the highest osmotic pressure.
203
EasyMCQ
If a centimolal aqueous solution of $K_{3}[Fe(CN)_{6}]$ has a degree of dissociation of $0.78$,what is the value of the van't Hoff factor?
A
$3.34$
B
$1.2$
C
$2.5$
D
$4$

Solution

(A) The dissociation of $K_{3}[Fe(CN)_{6}]$ is given by:
$K_{3}[Fe(CN)_{6}] \longrightarrow 3 K^{+} + [Fe(CN)_{6}]^{3-}$
Here,the number of ions produced per formula unit is $n = 3 + 1 = 4$.
The van't Hoff factor $(i)$ is calculated using the formula:
$i = 1 + \alpha(n - 1)$
Given the degree of dissociation $\alpha = 0.78$ and $n = 4$:
$i = 1 + 0.78(4 - 1) = 1 + 0.78(3) = 1 + 2.34 = 3.34$
204
DifficultMCQ
Which of the following $0.10 \ m$ aqueous solutions will have the maximum $\Delta T_{f}$ value?
A
$Al_{2}(SO_{4})_{3}$
B
$KI$
C
$C_{12}H_{22}O_{11}$
D
$NH_{2}CONH_{2}$

Solution

(A) The depression in freezing point is given by the formula $\Delta T_{f} = i \times K_{f} \times m$.
Since $K_{f}$ and $m$ $(0.10 \ m)$ are constant for all solutions,$\Delta T_{f}$ depends directly on the van't Hoff factor $(i)$.
$i$ represents the number of particles produced upon dissociation.
For $Al_{2}(SO_{4})_{3}$,$i = 5$ $(2Al^{3+} + 3SO_{4}^{2-})$.
For $KI$,$i = 2$ $(K^{+} + I^{-})$.
For $C_{12}H_{22}O_{11}$ (sucrose) and $NH_{2}CONH_{2}$ (urea),$i = 1$ as they are non-electrolytes.
Since $Al_{2}(SO_{4})_{3}$ has the highest $i$ value,it will have the maximum $\Delta T_{f}$ value.
205
DifficultMCQ
If the van't Hoff factor of mono-$1$-fluoroacetic acid in water is $1.076$,what is its degree of dissociation?
A
$0.76$
B
$0.076$
C
$0.924$
D
$0.538$

Solution

(B) Given: van't Hoff factor $i = 1.076$.
For the dissociation of mono-$1$-fluoroacetic acid: $CH_{2}FCOOH \rightleftharpoons CH_{2}FCOO^{-} + H^{+}$.
The number of ions produced per molecule is $n = 2$.
The formula for the degree of dissociation $\alpha$ is $\alpha = \frac{i-1}{n-1}$.
Substituting the values: $\alpha = \frac{1.076-1}{2-1} = \frac{0.076}{1} = 0.076$.
206
MediumMCQ
The relationship between the van’t Hoff factor $(i)$ and the degree of dissociation $(\alpha)$ is:
A
$i = \frac{\alpha - 1}{n' - 1}$
B
$i = \frac{\alpha - 1}{1 - n'}$
C
$\alpha = \frac{1 - i}{n' - 1}$
D
$\alpha = \frac{i - 1}{n' - 1}$

Solution

(D) The relationship between the van’t Hoff factor $(i)$ and the degree of dissociation $(\alpha)$ is given by:
$\alpha = \frac{i - 1}{n' - 1}$
Where,$n'$ is the number of ions formed after dissociation.
For the dissociation reaction: $A \rightleftharpoons n'B$
Initially: $1$ mole,$0$
After dissociation: $(1 - \alpha)$ mole,$n'\alpha$
Total number of moles present in the solution:
$= (1 - \alpha) + n'\alpha = 1 + (n' - 1)\alpha$
By definition,the van’t Hoff factor $(i)$ is the ratio of observed colligative property to calculated colligative property,which equals the ratio of total moles after dissociation to initial moles:
$i = \frac{1 + (n' - 1)\alpha}{1} = 1 + (n' - 1)\alpha$
Rearranging for $\alpha$:
$i - 1 = (n' - 1)\alpha$
$\alpha = \frac{i - 1}{n' - 1}$
207
MediumMCQ
If the Van't Hoff factor for $0.1 \ M$ $Ba(NO_3)_2$ solution is $2.74$,the degree of dissociation is
A
$0.87$
B
$0.74$
C
$0.91$
D
$87$

Solution

(A) The dissociation of $Ba(NO_3)_2$ is given by: $Ba(NO_3)_2 \rightleftharpoons Ba^{2+} + 2NO_3^{-}$.
Here,the number of ions produced per formula unit is $n = 3$.
The formula for the degree of dissociation $(\alpha)$ in terms of the Van't Hoff factor $(i)$ is: $\alpha = \frac{i-1}{n-1}$.
Substituting the given values: $\alpha = \frac{2.74-1}{3-1} = \frac{1.74}{2} = 0.87$.
208
MediumMCQ
For which among the following equimolar aqueous solutions does the Van't Hoff factor have the lowest value?
A
Aluminium Chloride
B
Potassium Sulphate
C
Ammonium Chloride
D
Urea

Solution

(D) The Van't Hoff factor $(i)$ represents the number of particles a solute dissociates into in a solution.
$Urea$ is a non-electrolyte,so it does not dissociate,and its $(i)$ value is $1$.
$AlCl_3$ dissociates as $AlCl_3 \rightarrow Al^{3+} + 3Cl^-$,so $(i) = 4$.
$K_2SO_4$ dissociates as $K_2SO_4 \rightarrow 2K^+ + SO_4^{2-}$,so $(i) = 3$.
$NH_4Cl$ dissociates as $NH_4Cl \rightarrow NH_4^+ + Cl^-$,so $(i) = 2$.
Therefore,$Urea$ has the lowest Van't Hoff factor.
209
MediumMCQ
Identify the compound amongst the following whose $0.1 \ M$ aqueous solution has the highest boiling point.
A
Glucose
B
Sodium chloride
C
Calcium chloride
D
Ferric chloride

Solution

(D) The elevation in boiling point is given by the formula $\Delta T_b = i \times K_b \times m$.
Since the concentration $(m)$ and the ebullioscopic constant $(K_b)$ are the same for all solutions,the boiling point depends on the van't Hoff factor $(i)$,which represents the number of particles produced upon dissociation.
$A$: Glucose $(C_6H_{12}O_6)$ is a non-electrolyte,so $i = 1$.
$B$: Sodium chloride $(NaCl)$ dissociates as $NaCl \rightarrow Na^+ + Cl^-$,so $i = 2$.
$C$: Calcium chloride $(CaCl_2)$ dissociates as $CaCl_2 \rightarrow Ca^{2+} + 2Cl^-$,so $i = 3$.
$D$: Ferric chloride $(FeCl_3)$ dissociates as $FeCl_3 \rightarrow Fe^{3+} + 3Cl^-$,so $i = 4$.
Since Ferric chloride has the highest value of $i$,it will have the highest boiling point.
210
MediumMCQ
Maximum depression in freezing point is caused by
A
potassium chloride
B
sodium sulphate
C
magnesium sulphate
D
magnesium carbonate

Solution

(B) Depression in freezing point is a colligative property,which depends on the number of particles in the solution.
$KCl \rightleftharpoons K^{+} + Cl^{-}$ ($2$ particles)
$Na_{2}SO_{4} \rightleftharpoons 2Na^{+} + SO_{4}^{2-}$ ($3$ particles)
$MgSO_{4} \rightleftharpoons Mg^{2+} + SO_{4}^{2-}$ ($2$ particles)
$MgCO_{3} \rightleftharpoons Mg^{2+} + CO_{3}^{2-}$ ($2$ particles)
Since $Na_{2}SO_{4}$ produces the maximum number of particles ($3$ ions per formula unit),it causes the maximum depression in freezing point.
211
MediumMCQ
Which of the following solutions will have the highest boiling point?
A
$0.1 \ M \ FeCl_3$
B
$0.1 \ M \ BaCl_2$
C
$0.1 \ M \ NaCl$
D
$0.1 \ M \ \text{urea} \ (NH_2CONH_2)$

Solution

(A) The elevation in boiling point is a colligative property,which depends on the van't Hoff factor $(i)$,representing the number of particles produced upon dissociation.
For $0.1 \ M \ FeCl_3$,$i = 4$ $(Fe^{3+} + 3Cl^-)$.
For $0.1 \ M \ BaCl_2$,$i = 3$ $(Ba^{2+} + 2Cl^-)$.
For $0.1 \ M \ NaCl$,$i = 2$ $(Na^+ + Cl^-)$.
For $0.1 \ M \ \text{urea}$,$i = 1$ (non-electrolyte).
Since $0.1 \ M \ FeCl_3$ produces the maximum number of ions,it exhibits the highest elevation in boiling point and thus the highest boiling point.
212
EasyMCQ
The van't Hoff factor in dilute aqueous solution of $K_4[Fe(CN)_6]$,$Fe_4[Fe(CN)_6]_3$ and $[CoCl_2(en)_2]Cl$ are respectively . . . . . . , . . . . . . and . . . . . . .
A
$5, 7, 3$
B
$5, 7, 2$
C
$4, 7, 3$
D
$7, 5, 3$

Solution

(B) The van't Hoff factor $(i)$ for a strong electrolyte is equal to the total number of ions produced upon complete dissociation in an aqueous solution.
$1$. For $K_4[Fe(CN)_6]$: It dissociates as $K_4[Fe(CN)_6] \rightarrow 4K^+ + [Fe(CN)_6]^{4-}$. Total ions = $4 + 1 = 5$. Thus,$i = 5$.
$2$. For $Fe_4[Fe(CN)_6]_3$: It dissociates as $Fe_4[Fe(CN)_6]_3 \rightarrow 4Fe^{3+} + 3[Fe(CN)_6]^{4-}$. Total ions = $4 + 3 = 7$. Thus,$i = 7$.
$3$. For $[CoCl_2(en)_2]Cl$: It dissociates as $[CoCl_2(en)_2]Cl \rightarrow [CoCl_2(en)_2]^+ + Cl^-$. Total ions = $1 + 1 = 2$. Thus,$i = 2$.
Therefore,the values are $5, 7, 2$.
213
EasyMCQ
Which of the following aqueous solutions has the highest boiling point?
A
$0.1 \ M \ KNO_3$
B
$0.1 \ M \ \text{Urea}$
C
$0.1 \ M \ K_4[Fe(CN)_6]$
D
$0.1 \ M \ NH_4NO_3$

Solution

(C) The boiling point elevation is a colligative property,which depends on the van't Hoff factor $(i)$ of the solute. The formula is $\Delta T_b = i \times K_b \times m$.
Since the molality $(m)$ is the same for all solutions,the solution with the highest van't Hoff factor $(i)$ will have the highest boiling point.
$1.$ $KNO_3 \rightarrow K^+ + NO_3^-$,$i = 2$.
$2.$ $\text{Urea}$ is a non-electrolyte,$i = 1$.
$3.$ $K_4[Fe(CN)_6] \rightarrow 4K^+ + [Fe(CN)_6]^{4-}$,$i = 5$.
$4.$ $NH_4NO_3 \rightarrow NH_4^+ + NO_3^-$,$i = 2$.
Comparing the values,$K_4[Fe(CN)_6]$ has the highest $i$ value $(i = 5)$,therefore it has the highest boiling point.
214
EasyMCQ
We have three aqueous solutions of $NaCl$ labelled as '$A$','$B$' and '$C$' with concentrations $0.1 \ M$,$0.01 \ M$,and $0.001 \ M$ respectively. The value of the Van't Hoff factor for these solutions will be in the order . . . . . . .
A
$i_{A} = i_{B} = i_{C}$
B
$i_{A} > i_{B} > i_{C}$
C
$i_{A} < i_{B} < i_{C}$
D
$i_{A} < i_{B} > i_{C}$

Solution

(C) The Van't Hoff factor $(i)$ for a strong electrolyte like $NaCl$ is given by the formula $i = 1 + (n-1)\alpha$,where $n$ is the number of ions produced per formula unit and $\alpha$ is the degree of dissociation.
For $NaCl$,$n = 2$. As the concentration of the solution decreases,the degree of dissociation $(\alpha)$ increases due to the decrease in inter-ionic attractions.
Therefore,as concentration decreases from $0.1 \ M$ to $0.001 \ M$,$\alpha$ increases,which leads to an increase in the value of $i$.
Thus,the order of the Van't Hoff factor is $i_{A} < i_{B} < i_{C}$.
215
EasyMCQ
What is the value of the Van't Hoff factor $(i)$ when $80\%$ of $CaCl_2$ dissociates?
A
$2.6$
B
$2.4$
C
$3$
D
$2.3$

Solution

(A) The dissociation of $CaCl_2$ is represented as: $CaCl_2 \rightarrow Ca^{2+} + 2Cl^-$.
Initially,let the number of moles be $1$.
After $80\%$ dissociation,the moles are:
$CaCl_2 = 1 - 0.8 = 0.2$
$Ca^{2+} = 0.8$
$Cl^- = 2 \times 0.8 = 1.6$
Total moles after dissociation = $0.2 + 0.8 + 1.6 = 2.6$.
The Van't Hoff factor $(i)$ is defined as the ratio of total moles after dissociation to the initial moles.
$i = \frac{2.6}{1} = 2.6$.
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
216
EasyMCQ
Calculate Van't Hoff factor $(i)$ for an aqueous solution of $K_3[Fe(CN)_6]$ having a degree of dissociation $(\alpha)$ equal to $0.778$.
A
$4.334$
B
$3.334$
C
$0.222$
D
$2.334$

Solution

(B) The dissociation of $K_3[Fe(CN)_6]$ is given by:
$K_3[Fe(CN)_6] \rightarrow 3K^+ + [Fe(CN)_6]^{3-}$
Here,the number of ions produced per formula unit $(n)$ is $3 + 1 = 4$.
The relationship between the Van't Hoff factor $(i)$,degree of dissociation $(\alpha)$,and the number of ions $(n)$ is:
$i = 1 + \alpha(n - 1)$
Given $\alpha = 0.778$ and $n = 4$:
$i = 1 + 0.778(4 - 1)$
$i = 1 + 0.778(3)$
$i = 1 + 2.334$
$i = 3.334$
Therefore,the correct option is $B$.
217
EasyMCQ
The depression in freezing point for $0.01 \ m$ aqueous solution of $K_{x}[Fe(CN)_6]$ is $0.0744 \ K$. The molal depression constant for solvent is $1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$. If the solute undergoes complete dissociation,what is the correct molecular formula for the solute?
A
$K_{2}[Fe(CN)_6]$
B
$K_{3}[Fe(CN)_6]$
C
$K[Fe(CN)_6]$
D
$K_{4}[Fe(CN)_6]$

Solution

(B) The formula for depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_f = i \times K_f \times m$.
Given: $\Delta T_f = 0.0744 \ K$,$K_f = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$,and $m = 0.01 \ m$.
Substituting the values: $0.0744 = i \times 1.86 \times 0.01$.
$i = \frac{0.0744}{0.0186} = 4$.
For complete dissociation of $K_x[Fe(CN)_6]$,the van't Hoff factor $i$ is equal to the number of ions produced,which is $x + 1$.
$x + 1 = 4 \Rightarrow x = 3$.
Therefore,the molecular formula is $K_3[Fe(CN)_6]$.
218
EasyMCQ
Among the given solutions,which one has the highest boiling point under similar conditions?
A
$1 \ m \ FeCl_3$
B
$1 \ m \ NaCl$
C
$1 \ m \ BaCl_2$
D
$1 \ m \ \text{urea}$

Solution

(A) The elevation in boiling point is a colligative property,which depends on the van't Hoff factor $(i)$.
$\Delta T_b = i \times K_b \times m$.
For a given molality $(m)$ and solvent,$\Delta T_b$ is directly proportional to $i$.
- For $1 \ m \ FeCl_3$,$i = 4$ $(Fe^{3+} + 3Cl^-)$.
- For $1 \ m \ NaCl$,$i = 2$ $(Na^+ + Cl^-)$.
- For $1 \ m \ BaCl_2$,$i = 3$ $(Ba^{2+} + 2Cl^-)$.
- For $1 \ m \ \text{urea}$,$i = 1$ (non-electrolyte).
Since $FeCl_3$ has the highest van't Hoff factor $(i = 4)$,it will show the highest elevation in boiling point,and thus the highest boiling point. The correct option is $A$.
219
EasyMCQ
Elevation in boiling point of the aqueous solution of $0.01 \ M \ BaCl_2$ compared to $0.01 \ M$ urea is . . . . . . .
A
approximately half
B
equal
C
approximately three times
D
approximately twice

Solution

(C) The elevation in boiling point is given by the formula $\Delta T_b = i \times K_b \times m$.
For $0.01 \ M$ urea (a non-electrolyte),the van't Hoff factor $i = 1$.
For $0.01 \ M \ BaCl_2$ (a strong electrolyte),it dissociates as $BaCl_2 \rightarrow Ba^{2+} + 2Cl^-$,so the van't Hoff factor $i = 3$.
Since the molality $m$ and the ebullioscopic constant $K_b$ are the same for both solutions,the ratio of elevation in boiling point is $\frac{\Delta T_b(BaCl_2)}{\Delta T_b(\text{urea})} = \frac{i(BaCl_2)}{i(\text{urea})} = \frac{3}{1} = 3$.
Therefore,the elevation in boiling point of $0.01 \ M \ BaCl_2$ is approximately three times that of $0.01 \ M$ urea.
220
EasyMCQ
Which of the following aqueous solutions has the highest boiling point?
A
$0.1 \ m$ $NaCl$
B
$0.2 \ m$ $Ba(NO_3)_2$
C
$0.01 \ m$ $Na_3PO_4$
D
$0.03 \ m$ $KNO_3$

Solution

(B) The boiling point elevation is given by $\Delta T_b = i \times K_b \times m$. The solution with the highest boiling point will have the highest value of the van't Hoff factor $(i)$ multiplied by molality $(m)$.
For $A$: $i = 2$ $(NaCl \rightarrow Na^+ + Cl^-)$,$m = 0.1$,so $i \times m = 0.2$.
For $B$: $i = 3$ $(Ba(NO_3)_2 \rightarrow Ba^{2+} + 2NO_3^-)$,$m = 0.2$,so $i \times m = 0.6$.
For $C$: $i = 4$ $(Na_3PO_4 \rightarrow 3Na^+ + PO_4^{3-})$,$m = 0.01$,so $i \times m = 0.04$.
For $D$: $i = 2$ $(KNO_3 \rightarrow K^+ + NO_3^-)$,$m = 0.03$,so $i \times m = 0.06$.
Comparing the values,$0.6$ is the highest,therefore $0.2 \ m$ $Ba(NO_3)_2$ has the highest boiling point.
221
EasyMCQ
Which of the following aqueous solutions has the highest boiling point,under identical conditions having a concentration of $0.03 \ m$?
A
$K_4[Fe(CN)_6]$
B
$Na_2SO_4$
C
Urea
D
$NaCl$

Solution

(A) The boiling point elevation is given by the formula $\Delta T_b = i \times K_b \times m$.
Since the molality $(m)$ and the ebullioscopic constant $(K_b)$ are identical for all solutions,the boiling point depends on the van't Hoff factor $(i)$.
For $K_4[Fe(CN)_6]$,$i = 5$ $(4K^+ + [Fe(CN)_6]^{4-})$.
For $Na_2SO_4$,$i = 3$ $(2Na^+ + SO_4^{2-})$.
For Urea,$i = 1$ (non-electrolyte).
For $NaCl$,$i = 2$ $(Na^+ + Cl^-)$.
Since $K_4[Fe(CN)_6]$ has the highest van't Hoff factor $(i=5)$,it will show the highest boiling point elevation and thus the highest boiling point.
222
EasyMCQ
What would the boiling point elevation of $0.1 \ m$ $KNO_3$ be equal to?
A
$0.1 \ m$ Urea
B
$0.1 \ m$ sodium chloride
C
$0.1 \ m$ potassium sulfate
D
$0.1 \ m$ aluminum nitrate

Solution

(B) The boiling point elevation is given by the formula $\Delta T_b = i \times K_b \times m$. Since $K_b$ and $m$ are constant for the given solutions,the boiling point elevation depends on the van't Hoff factor $(i)$.
For $KNO_3$,it dissociates as $K^+ + NO_3^-$,so $i = 2$.
For $0.1 \ m$ Urea,$i = 1$ (non-electrolyte).
For $0.1 \ m$ sodium chloride $(NaCl)$,it dissociates as $Na^+ + Cl^-$,so $i = 2$.
For $0.1 \ m$ potassium sulfate $(K_2SO_4)$,it dissociates as $2K^+ + SO_4^{2-}$,so $i = 3$.
For $0.1 \ m$ aluminum nitrate $(Al(NO_3)_3)$,it dissociates as $Al^{3+} + 3NO_3^-$,so $i = 4$.
Therefore,the boiling point elevation of $0.1 \ m$ $KNO_3$ is equal to that of $0.1 \ m$ sodium chloride.
223
EasyMCQ
If $1$ mole of a solute dissociates to give $n$ number of ions,then the degree of dissociation $\alpha$ in terms of the van't Hoff factor $i$ is given by:
A
$\frac{i-1}{n+1}$
B
$\frac{n-1}{i-1}$
C
$\frac{i-1}{n-1}$
D
$\frac{n+1}{i-1}$

Solution

(C) For a solute dissociating as $A \rightarrow nB$,the initial moles are $1$ and $0$ respectively.
After dissociation,the moles are $(1-\alpha)$ and $n\alpha$.
The total number of moles at equilibrium is $(1-\alpha + n\alpha) = 1 + \alpha(n-1)$.
The van't Hoff factor $i$ is defined as the ratio of observed moles to initial moles: $i = \frac{1 + \alpha(n-1)}{1}$.
Rearranging for $\alpha$: $i - 1 = \alpha(n-1)$.
Therefore,$\alpha = \frac{i-1}{n-1}$.
224
MediumMCQ
Which of the following aqueous solutions should have the highest boiling point?
A
$1.0 \ M \ NaOH$
B
$1.0 \ M \ Na_{2}SO_{4}$
C
$1.0 \ M \ NH_{4}NO_{3}$
D
$1.0 \ M \ KNO_{3}$

Solution

(B) The elevation in boiling point is a colligative property,which depends on the total number of solute particles in the solution.
For solutions with the same molar concentration,the one that produces the highest number of ions upon dissociation will exhibit the highest boiling point.
Aqueous SolutionNumber of Ions Produced
$1.0 \ M \ NaOH \rightarrow Na^{+} + OH^{-}$$2$
$1.0 \ M \ Na_{2}SO_{4} \rightarrow 2Na^{+} + SO_{4}^{2-}$$3$
$1.0 \ M \ NH_{4}NO_{3} \rightarrow NH_{4}^{+} + NO_{3}^{-}$$2$
$1.0 \ M \ KNO_{3} \rightarrow K^{+} + NO_{3}^{-}$$2$

Since $Na_{2}SO_{4}$ produces the maximum number of ions ($3$ ions per formula unit),it will have the highest boiling point.
225
MediumMCQ
Among the following $0.1 \ m$ aqueous solutions,which one will exhibit the lowest boiling point elevation,assuming complete ionization of the compound in solution?
A
Aluminium chloride
B
Aluminium sulphate
C
Potassium sulphate
D
Sodium chloride

Solution

(D) The boiling point elevation is given by the formula $\Delta T_{b} = i \times K_{b} \times m$. Since the molality $(m)$ and the ebullioscopic constant $(K_{b})$ are the same for all solutions,$\Delta T_{b} \propto i$,where $i$ is the van't Hoff factor.
For complete ionization:
$(A)$ $AlCl_3 \rightarrow Al^{3+} + 3Cl^-$,so $i = 4$.
$(B)$ $Al_2(SO_4)_3 \rightarrow 2Al^{3+} + 3SO_4^{2-}$,so $i = 5$.
$(C)$ $K_2SO_4 \rightarrow 2K^+ + SO_4^{2-}$,so $i = 3$.
$(D)$ $NaCl \rightarrow Na^+ + Cl^-$,so $i = 2$.
The solution with the lowest $i$ value will exhibit the lowest boiling point elevation. Thus,$NaCl$ has the lowest boiling point elevation.
226
DifficultMCQ
$A$ sample of water is found to contain $5.85 \% \left(\frac{w}{w}\right)$ of $AB$ (molecular mass $58.5$) and $9.50 \% \left(\frac{w}{w}\right)$ $XY_2$ (molecular mass $95$). Assuming $80 \%$ ionisation of $AB$ and $60 \%$ ionisation of $XY_2$, the freezing point of the water sample is: [Given, $K_f$ for water $= 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$, freezing point of pure water $= 273 \ K$ and $A, B, X, Y$ are monovalent ions.] (in $K$)
A
$264.25$
B
$265.56$
C
$280.44$
D
$281.75$

Solution

(A) $1$. Calculate molality $(m)$ of each solute in $100 \ g$ of solution (assuming $84.65 \ g$ of water solvent):
$m_{AB} = \frac{5.85 \ g / 58.5 \ g \ mol^{-1}}{0.08465 \ kg} = 1.181 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
$m_{XY_2} = \frac{9.50 \ g / 95 \ g \ mol^{-1}}{0.08465 \ kg} = 1.181 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
$2$. Calculate van't Hoff factor $(i)$ for each:
For $AB \rightarrow A^+ + B^-$, $i_1 = 1 + (2-1)0.8 = 1.8$
For $XY_2 \rightarrow X^{2+} + 2Y^-$, $i_2 = 1 + (3-1)0.6 = 2.2$
$3$. Calculate total depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$:
$\Delta T_f = K_f \times (i_1 m_1 + i_2 m_2) = 1.86 \times (1.8 \times 1.181 + 2.2 \times 1.181) = 1.86 \times (4.724) \approx 8.786 \ K$
$4$. Calculate final freezing point:
$T_f = 273 \ K - 8.786 \ K = 264.214 \ K \approx 264.25 \ K$.
227
EasyMCQ
When an electrolyte is dissociated in solution,the van't Hoff's factor $(i)$ is,
A
$> 1$
B
$< 1$
C
$= 0$
D
$= 1$

Solution

(A) When an electrolyte undergoes dissociation in a solution,it splits into multiple ions or particles.
This increase in the total number of solute particles in the solution leads to an increase in the observed colligative properties compared to the calculated values.
Since the van't Hoff factor $(i)$ is defined as the ratio of observed colligative property to the calculated colligative property,for dissociation,$i > 1$.
228
DifficultMCQ
Which of the following aqueous solutions has the highest freezing point?
A
$0.1 \ molal \ Al_2(SO_4)_3$
B
$0.1 \ molal \ BaCl_2$
C
$0.1 \ molal \ AlCl_3$
D
$0.1 \ molal \ NH_4Cl$

Solution

(D) The depression in freezing point is given by the formula $\Delta T_f = i \times K_f \times m$.
Since the molality $(m)$ and the cryoscopic constant $(K_f)$ are the same for all solutions,the depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$ is directly proportional to the van't Hoff factor $(i)$.
The freezing point of the solution is $T_f = T_f^0 - \Delta T_f$. Therefore,the solution with the lowest value of $i$ will have the highest freezing point.
Compoundvan't Hoff Factor $(i)$
$Al_2(SO_4)_3 \rightarrow 2Al^{3+} + 3SO_4^{2-}$$5$
$BaCl_2 \rightarrow Ba^{2+} + 2Cl^{-}$$3$
$AlCl_3 \rightarrow Al^{3+} + 3Cl^{-}$$4$
$NH_4Cl \rightarrow NH_4^+ + Cl^{-}$$2$

Comparing the values of $i$,$NH_4Cl$ has the lowest van't Hoff factor $(i = 2)$. Thus,it will have the minimum depression in freezing point and consequently the highest freezing point.
229
MediumMCQ
$A$ centimolar solution of acetic acid is $50 \%$ dissociated at $27^{\circ} C$. The osmotic pressure of the solution (in $atm$) is $\left(R=0.083 \ L \ atm \ K^{-1} \ mol^{-1}\right)$
A
$0.37$
B
$3.7$
C
$0.037$
D
$0.73$

Solution

(A) For a centimolar solution,the concentration $C = 0.01 \ M = 10^{-2} \ mol \ L^{-1}$.
Acetic acid $(CH_3COOH)$ dissociates as: $CH_3COOH \rightleftharpoons CH_3COO^- + H^+$.
The degree of dissociation $\alpha = 0.5$.
The van't Hoff factor $i = 1 + \alpha(n-1)$,where $n=2$.
$i = 1 + 0.5(2-1) = 1.5$.
The osmotic pressure $\pi = iCRT$.
Given $T = 27 + 273 = 300 \ K$ and $R = 0.083 \ L \ atm \ K^{-1} \ mol^{-1}$.
$\pi = 1.5 \times 0.01 \times 0.083 \times 300$.
$\pi = 1.5 \times 0.01 \times 24.9 = 1.5 \times 0.249 = 0.3735 \ atm$.
Rounding to the nearest option,the value is $0.37 \ atm$.
230
MediumMCQ
The van't Hoff factor for $0.5 \ m$ aqueous $CH_2FCOOH$ solution is $1.075$. What is the experimentally observed $\Delta T_{f}$ (in $K$) for this solution? $(K_{f} = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1})$
A
$1.156$
B
$1.075$
C
$1.0$
D
$0.95$

Solution

(C) The formula for the depression in freezing point is given by $\Delta T_{f} = i \times K_{f} \times m$.
Given:
van't Hoff factor $(i) = 1.075$
Molality $(m) = 0.5 \ m$
Freezing point depression constant $(K_{f}) = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
Substituting the values into the formula:
$\Delta T_{f} = 1.075 \times 1.86 \times 0.5$
$\Delta T_{f} = 1.075 \times 0.93$
$\Delta T_{f} = 0.99975 \ K \approx 1.0 \ K$.
231
EasyMCQ
The $\Delta T_{b}$ value for $0.01 \ m$ $KCl$ solution is $0.01 \ K$. What is the Van't Hoff factor? $(K_{b}$ for water $= 0.52 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1})$
A
$1.92$
B
$1.72$
C
$0.96$
D
$0.86$

Solution

(A) Given: $\Delta T_{b} = 0.01 \ K$,molality $(m) = 0.01 \ m$,and $K_{b} = 0.52 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
We use the formula for elevation in boiling point: $\Delta T_{b} = i \times K_{b} \times m$.
Rearranging to solve for the Van't Hoff factor $(i)$: $i = \frac{\Delta T_{b}}{K_{b} \times m}$.
Substituting the values: $i = \frac{0.01}{0.52 \times 0.01} = \frac{1}{0.52} \approx 1.92$.
Thus,the Van't Hoff factor is $1.92$.
232
MediumMCQ
What is the van't Hoff factor of Ferric Sulphate? (Assume $100 \%$ ionization)
A
$2$
B
$4$
C
$5$
D
$3$

Solution

(C) The chemical formula for Ferric sulphate is $Fe_2(SO_4)_3$.
Upon $100 \%$ ionization,it dissociates as follows:
$Fe_2(SO_4)_3 \rightarrow 2Fe^{3+} + 3SO_4^{2-}$
The van't Hoff factor $(i)$ is the total number of ions produced per formula unit.
$i = 2 + 3 = 5$.
233
EasyMCQ
When $10^{-3} \ M$ solution of glucose in water freezes at $-0.0186^{\circ} C$,then at what temperature $10^{-3} \ M$ solution of $NaCl$ will freeze (in $^{\circ} C$)?
A
$0$
B
$0.186$
C
$-0.186$
D
$-0.0372$

Solution

(D) The depression in freezing point is given by $\Delta T_{f} = T_{f}^{\circ} - T_{f}$.
For glucose (a non-electrolyte),$\Delta T_{f} = 0^{\circ} C - (-0.0186^{\circ} C) = 0.0186^{\circ} C$.
Since $\Delta T_{f} = i \times m \times K_{f}$ and both solutions have the same molarity $(10^{-3} \ M)$,their molality $(m)$ is also the same.
For $NaCl$,the van't Hoff factor $i = 2$ (as $NaCl \rightarrow Na^{+} + Cl^{-}$).
Therefore,$\Delta T_{f}(NaCl) = i \times \Delta T_{f}(\text{glucose}) = 2 \times 0.0186^{\circ} C = 0.0372^{\circ} C$.
The freezing point of the $NaCl$ solution is $T_{f} = T_{f}^{\circ} - \Delta T_{f} = 0^{\circ} C - 0.0372^{\circ} C = -0.0372^{\circ} C$.
234
MediumMCQ
The elevation in boiling point of a solution of $10 \ g$ of a binary electrolyte (of molecular mass $100$) in $100 \ g$ of water is $\Delta T_b$. Then,the value of $K_b$ for water is
A
$\frac{\Delta T_b}{2}$
B
$10$
C
$10 \Delta T_b$
D
$\frac{\Delta T_b}{10}$

Solution

(A) Given: Weight of solute $= 10 \ g$,Weight of solvent $= 100 \ g$,Molecular mass of solute $= 100 \ g/mol$.
Since it is a binary electrolyte,the van't Hoff factor $i = 2$.
The formula for elevation in boiling point is $\Delta T_b = i \times K_b \times m$,where $m$ is the molality.
$m = \frac{\text{weight of solute}}{\text{molecular mass}} \times \frac{1000}{\text{weight of solvent in g}} = \frac{10}{100} \times \frac{1000}{100} = 1 \ m$.
Substituting the values: $\Delta T_b = 2 \times K_b \times 1$.
Therefore,$K_b = \frac{\Delta T_b}{2}$.
235
MediumMCQ
In comparison to a $0.01 \ M$ solution of glucose,the depression in freezing point of a $0.01 \ M \ MgCl_2$ solution is (Molecular weight of $MgCl_2 = 95$,molecular weight of glucose $= 180$).
A
the same
B
about twice
C
about three times
D
about six times

Solution

(C) The depression in freezing point is a colligative property,which depends on the number of particles in the solution.
Glucose is a non-electrolyte and does not dissociate in water,so its van't Hoff factor $(i)$ is $1$.
$MgCl_2$ is a strong electrolyte that dissociates as $MgCl_2 \rightarrow Mg^{2+} + 2Cl^-$,producing $3$ ions per formula unit,so its van't Hoff factor $(i)$ is $3$.
Since the concentration of both solutions is $0.01 \ M$,the depression in freezing point for $MgCl_2$ will be approximately $3$ times that of the glucose solution.
Therefore,the correct option is $(C)$.
236
EasyMCQ
Which of the following solutions has the lowest freezing point?
A
$1 \ M$ Urea
B
$1 \ M \ Na_2SO_4$
C
$1 \ M \ NaCl$
D
$1 \ M \ Al_2(SO_4)_3$

Solution

(D) The freezing point depression is a colligative property,which depends on the van't Hoff factor $(i)$,representing the number of particles produced per formula unit in solution.
Urea is a non-electrolyte,so $i = 1$.
$NaCl$ dissociates as $NaCl \rightarrow Na^+ + Cl^-$,so $i = 2$.
$Na_2SO_4$ dissociates as $Na_2SO_4 \rightarrow 2Na^+ + SO_4^{2-}$,so $i = 3$.
$Al_2(SO_4)_3$ dissociates as $Al_2(SO_4)_3 \rightarrow 2Al^{3+} + 3SO_4^{2-}$,so $i = 5$.
Since the freezing point depression $\Delta T_f = i \times K_f \times m$,the solution with the highest value of $i$ will have the maximum depression in freezing point,resulting in the lowest freezing point.
Thus,$1 \ M \ Al_2(SO_4)_3$ has the lowest freezing point. Hence,the correct option is $D$.
237
MediumMCQ
The elevation in the boiling point of an aqueous solution of $NaCl$ is $0.01^{\circ}C$. If its van't Hoff factor is $1.92$,the molality of the $NaCl$ solution is: $(K_{b} \text{ for water} = 0.52 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1})$ (in $m$)
A
$0.01$
B
$0.001$
C
$0.010$
D
$0.02$

Solution

(C) The elevation in boiling point is given by the formula: $\Delta T_{b} = i \times K_{b} \times m$.
Given: $\Delta T_{b} = 0.01 \ K$,$i = 1.92$,$K_{b} = 0.52 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Rearranging the formula for molality $(m)$: $m = \frac{\Delta T_{b}}{i \times K_{b}}$.
Substituting the values: $m = \frac{0.01}{1.92 \times 0.52} = \frac{0.01}{0.9984} \approx 0.010 \ m$.
238
MediumMCQ
The measured osmotic pressure of a solution prepared by dissolving $17.4 \ mg$ of $K_2SO_4$ in $2 \ L$ of water at $27^{\circ} C$ is $3.735 \times 10^{-3} \ bar$. The van't Hoff factor is $(R = 0.083 \ L \ bar \ K^{-1} \ mol^{-1}$; atomic weights $K = 39, S = 32, O = 16)$.
A
$2.84$
B
$3$
C
$2$
D
$2.32$

Solution

(B) Given: Osmotic pressure $\pi = 3.735 \times 10^{-3} \ bar$,mass of $K_2SO_4$ $(\omega) = 17.4 \ mg = 17.4 \times 10^{-3} \ g$,volume $(V) = 2 \ L$,temperature $(T) = 27^{\circ} C = 300 \ K$.
Molar mass $(M)$ of $K_2SO_4 = (2 \times 39) + 32 + (4 \times 16) = 174 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
Using the formula $\pi = iCRT$,where $C = \frac{\omega}{M \times V}$,we get $i = \frac{\pi \times M \times V}{\omega \times R \times T}$.
Substituting the values: $i = \frac{3.735 \times 10^{-3} \times 174 \times 2}{17.4 \times 10^{-3} \times 0.083 \times 300} = \frac{1.30038}{0.43326} = 3.0$.
Thus,the van't Hoff factor is $3$.
239
EasyMCQ
$0.1 \ m$ solutions of sodium sulphate,urea,and sodium chloride are taken. The correct ratio of the elevation of boiling point of these solutions is
A
$1 : 1 : 1$
B
$3 : 1 : 2$
C
$1 : 2 : 3$
D
$2 : 3 : 1$

Solution

(B) The elevation in boiling point $(\Delta T_b)$ is given by the formula: $\Delta T_b = i \times K_b \times m$.
Since the molality $(m)$ and the ebullioscopic constant $(K_b)$ are the same for all solutions,$\Delta T_b$ is directly proportional to the van't Hoff factor $(i)$.
For $Na_2SO_4$ (sodium sulphate),$i = 3$ (as it dissociates into $2Na^+ + SO_4^{2-}$).
For urea (a non-electrolyte),$i = 1$.
For $NaCl$ (sodium chloride),$i = 2$ (as it dissociates into $Na^+ + Cl^-$).
Therefore,the ratio of the elevation in boiling point is $3 : 1 : 2$.
240
DifficultMCQ
$12.25 \ g$ of $CH_3CH_2CHClCOOH$ is added to $250 \ g$ of water to make a solution. If the dissociation constant of the above acid is $1.44 \times 10^{-3}$,the depression in the freezing point of water in $^{\circ}C$ is ($K_f$ for water is $1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$0.789$
B
$0.394$
C
$1.183$
D
$0.592$

Solution

(A) Step $I$: Calculation of molality $(m)$
Molar mass of $CH_3CH_2CHClCOOH = 122.5 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
Molality $(m)$ = $\frac{\text{Mass of solute}}{\text{Molar mass of solute} \times \text{Mass of solvent in kg}} = \frac{12.25 \ g}{122.5 \ g \ mol^{-1} \times 0.250 \ kg} = 0.40 \ m$.
Step $II$: Calculation of degree of dissociation $(\alpha)$
For a weak acid,$K_a = C\alpha^2$ (assuming $\alpha \ll 1$).
$\alpha = \sqrt{\frac{K_a}{C}} = \sqrt{\frac{1.44 \times 10^{-3}}{0.4}} = \sqrt{36 \times 10^{-4}} = 0.06$.
Step $III$: Calculation of van't Hoff factor $(i)$
For dissociation $CH_3CH_2CHClCOOH \rightleftharpoons CH_3CH_2CHClCOO^{-} + H^{+}$,$i = 1 + \alpha = 1 + 0.06 = 1.06$.
Step $IV$: Calculation of depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$
$\Delta T_f = i \times K_f \times m = 1.06 \times 1.86 \times 0.40 = 0.789 \ K$ (or $^{\circ}C$).
241
MediumMCQ
$0.8 \ mL$ of acetic acid of density $1.06 \ g \ mL^{-1}$ when dissolved in $1 \ kg$ of water causes a depression in freezing point by $0.0325^{\circ} C$. The Van't Hoff factor is:
$(K_{f} \text{ of } H_2O = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1})$
A
$1.24$
B
$1.04$
C
$0.09$
D
$2.05$

Solution

(A) $1$. Calculate the mass of acetic acid $(CH_3COOH)$: $\text{Mass} = \text{Density} \times \text{Volume} = 1.06 \ g \ mL^{-1} \times 0.8 \ mL = 0.848 \ g$.
$2$. Calculate the moles of acetic acid: $\text{Molar mass of } CH_3COOH = 60 \ g \ mol^{-1}$. $\text{Moles} = \frac{0.848 \ g}{60 \ g \ mol^{-1}} \approx 0.01413 \ mol$.
$3$. Calculate the molality $(m)$: Since the solvent is $1 \ kg$ of water,$m = 0.01413 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
$4$. Calculate the theoretical depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$: $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1} \times 0.01413 \ mol \ kg^{-1} \approx 0.02628 \ K$.
$5$. Calculate the Van't Hoff factor $(i)$: $i = \frac{\Delta T_f \text{ (observed)}}{\Delta T_f \text{ (theoretical)}} = \frac{0.0325}{0.02628} \approx 1.236 \approx 1.24$.
242
DifficultMCQ
$A^{2+}$,$B^{2+}$ and $C^{-}$ form an ionic complex like $A_{x-2}[B(C)_x]_2$. If the complex is $75 \%$ dissociated in a solvent with $i=4$,the coordination number of $B$ is:
A
$3$
B
$4$
C
$5$
D
$6$

Solution

(C) The dissociation of the complex $A_{x-2}[B(C)_x]_2$ is given by:
$A_{x-2}[B(C)_x]_2 \longrightarrow (x-2) A^{2+} + 2[B(C)_x]^{-(x-2)}$
Total number of ions produced per formula unit,$n = (x-2) + 2 = x$.
The van't Hoff factor $i$ is given by the formula: $i = 1 + (n-1)\alpha$.
Given $i = 4$ and $\alpha = 0.75$:
$4 = 1 + (x-1)(0.75)$
$3 = (x-1)(0.75)$
$x-1 = \frac{3}{0.75} = 4$
$x = 5$.
The coordination number of the central metal ion $B$ is equal to the number of ligands $C$ attached to it,which is $x = 5$.
243
MediumMCQ
Observe the following statements:
Statement-$I$: The boiling point of $0.1 \ M$ urea solution is less than that of $0.1 \ M$ $KCl$ solution.
Statement-$II$: Elevation of boiling point is inversely proportional to molar mass of solute.
The correct answer is:
A
Both statements $I$ and $II$ are correct
B
Statement $I$ is correct,but statement $II$ is not correct
C
Statement $I$ is not correct,but statement $II$ is correct
D
Both statements $I$ and $II$ are not correct

Solution

(B) Statement-$I$: The elevation in boiling point $\Delta T_b$ is given by $\Delta T_b = i \times K_b \times m$.
For $0.1 \ M$ urea (non-electrolyte),the van't Hoff factor $i = 1$.
For $0.1 \ M$ $KCl$ (electrolyte),$KCl$ dissociates as $K^+ + Cl^-$,so $i = 2$.
Since $\Delta T_b \propto i$,the boiling point of $KCl$ solution is higher than that of urea solution. Thus,Statement-$I$ is correct.
Statement-$II$: Elevation of boiling point is a colligative property,which depends on the number of solute particles,not on the molar mass of the solute. Thus,Statement-$II$ is incorrect.
244
EasyMCQ
Which of the following substances shows the highest colligative properties?
A
$0.1 \ M \ BaCl_2$
B
$0.1 \ M \ AgNO_3$
C
$0.1 \ M \ \text{urea}$
D
$0.1 \ M \ (NH_4)_3PO_4$

Solution

(D) Colligative properties depend on the number of solute particles in the solution.
To determine the highest colligative property,we calculate the van't Hoff factor $(i)$ for each substance:
$1$. $BaCl_2 \rightarrow Ba^{2+} + 2Cl^-$,so $i = 3$.
$2$. $AgNO_3 \rightarrow Ag^+ + NO_3^-$,so $i = 2$.
$3$. $\text{Urea}$ is a non-electrolyte,so $i = 1$.
$4$. $(NH_4)_3PO_4 \rightarrow 3NH_4^+ + PO_4^{3-}$,so $i = 4$.
Since $(NH_4)_3PO_4$ produces the highest number of ions $(i = 4)$,it exhibits the highest colligative properties.
245
EasyMCQ
The freezing point of equimolal aqueous solution will be highest for
A
$C_6H_5NH_3Cl$
B
$Ba(NO_3)_2$
C
$LaCl_3$
D
$C_6H_{12}O_6$

Solution

(D) The depression in freezing point is given by the formula $\Delta T_f = i K_f m$.
Since the solutions are equimolal,$K_f$ and $m$ are constant.
Thus,$\Delta T_f \propto i$,where $i$ is the van't Hoff factor.
Freezing point $T_f = T_f^{\circ} - \Delta T_f$.
To have the highest freezing point,the depression in freezing point $\Delta T_f$ must be the minimum,which means $i$ must be the minimum.
For the given substances:
$C_6H_5NH_3Cl \rightarrow C_6H_5NH_3^+ + Cl^-$ $(i = 2)$
$Ba(NO_3)_2 \rightarrow Ba^{2+} + 2NO_3^-$ $(i = 3)$
$LaCl_3 \rightarrow La^{3+} + 3Cl^-$ $(i = 4)$
$C_6H_{12}O_6$ is a non-electrolyte and does not dissociate $(i = 1)$.
Since $C_6H_{12}O_6$ has the lowest $i$ value,it will have the minimum $\Delta T_f$ and consequently the highest freezing point.
246
EasyMCQ
The freezing point of equimolal aqueous solution will be highest for
A
$BaCl_2$
B
$Ca(NO_3)_2$
C
urea
D
$Na_2SO_4$

Solution

(C) The depression in freezing point is given by the formula $\Delta T_f = i \times K_f \times m$.
Since the solutions are equimolal,$m$ is constant.
$K_f$ is also constant for water.
Thus,$\Delta T_f$ depends on the van't Hoff factor $(i)$.
For $BaCl_2$,$i = 3$.
For $Ca(NO_3)_2$,$i = 3$.
For urea,$i = 1$ (as it is a non-electrolyte).
For $Na_2SO_4$,$i = 3$.
Since urea has the minimum value of $i$,it will have the minimum depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$.
Therefore,the freezing point $(T_f = T_f^0 - \Delta T_f)$ will be the highest for urea.
247
DifficultMCQ
$A$ solution of $17.1$ $w\%$ of sucrose (molar mass $= 342 \ g \ mol^{-1}$) is isotonic with a $x$ $w\%$ solution of oxalic acid (molar mass $= 90 \ g \ mol^{-1}$). Assume the degree of dissociation of oxalic acid as $0.01$. What is $x$?
A
$9$
B
$0.45$
C
$4.41$
D
$0.9$

Solution

(C) Given,
Mass of sucrose $(w_1) = 17.1 \ g$
Molar mass of sucrose $(M_1) = 342 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
Mass of oxalic acid $(w_2) = x \ g$
Molar mass of oxalic acid $(M_2) = 90 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
Degree of dissociation $(\alpha)$ of oxalic acid $= 0.01$
Step $I$: To find the value of van't Hoff factor $(i)$
$i = (1 - \alpha) + n\alpha$
where,$n = 3$ (number of ions produced by oxalic acid,$H_2C_2O_4 \rightleftharpoons 2H^+ + C_2O_4^{2-}$)
$i = (1 - 0.01) + (3 \times 0.01) = 0.99 + 0.03 = 1.02$
Step $II$: For isotonic solutions,osmotic pressure $(\pi)$ is equal.
$\pi_{\text{sucrose}} = \pi_{\text{oxalic acid}}$
$C_{\text{sucrose}} \times R \times T = i \times C_{\text{oxalic acid}} \times R \times T$
$\frac{w_1}{M_1} = i \times \frac{x}{M_2}$
$x = \frac{w_1 \times M_2}{M_1 \times i} = \frac{17.1 \times 90}{342 \times 1.02} = \frac{1539}{348.84} \approx 4.41$
Thus,$x = 4.41$.
248
MediumMCQ
Calculate the depression in the freezing point of a solution containing $0.1 \ g$ of $K_3[Fe(CN)_6]$ in $100 \ g$ of $H_2O$. (Molecular weight of $K_3[Fe(CN)_6] = 329 \ g \ mol^{-1}$; $K_f = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$0$
B
$1.223$
C
$0.0226$
D
$0.226$

Solution

(C) Given:
Mass of solute $(K_3[Fe(CN)_6])$ = $0.1 \ g$
Mass of solvent $(H_2O)$ = $100 \ g$
Molar mass of solute $(M)$ = $329 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
$K_f = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
Dissociation of $K_3[Fe(CN)_6]$:
$K_3[Fe(CN)_6] \rightarrow 3K^{+} + [Fe(CN)_6]^{3-}$
Van't Hoff factor $(i)$ = $3 + 1 = 4$
Molality $(m)$ = $\frac{\text{mass of solute}}{\text{molar mass}} \times \frac{1000}{\text{mass of solvent in } g}$
$m = \frac{0.1}{329} \times \frac{1000}{100} = \frac{1}{329} \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
Depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$:
$\Delta T_f = i \times K_f \times m$
$\Delta T_f = 4 \times 1.86 \times \frac{1}{329} \approx 0.0226 \ K$
Thus,option $C$ is correct.
249
EasyMCQ
Calculate the approximate $\Delta T_b$ (in $K$) for $0.001 \ m$ $KCl$ solution,if its van't-Hoff factor is $1.98$ [$K_b$ of water is $0.52 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$].
A
$1.03$
B
$1.03 \times 10^{-3}$
C
$1.03 \times 10^{-5}$
D
$1.03 \times 10^{-1}$

Solution

(B) The formula for elevation in boiling point is $\Delta T_b = i \times K_b \times m$.
Given values are:
$i = 1.98$
$K_b = 0.52 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
$m = 0.001 \ m$
Substituting these values into the formula:
$\Delta T_b = 1.98 \times 0.52 \times 0.001$
$\Delta T_b = 1.0296 \times 10^{-3} \ K$
Rounding to the appropriate significant figures,we get $\Delta T_b \approx 1.03 \times 10^{-3} \ K$.

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