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101
Medium
$1.00 \, g$ of a non-electrolyte solute dissolved in $50 \, g$ of benzene lowered the freezing point of benzene by $0.40 \, K$. The freezing point depression constant of benzene is $5.12 \, K \, kg \, mol^{-1}$. Find the molar mass of the solute.

Solution

(N/A) The formula for molar mass $(M_2)$ using freezing point depression is:
$M_2 = \frac{K_f \times w_2 \times 1000}{\Delta T_f \times w_1}$
Given:
$K_f = 5.12 \, K \, kg \, mol^{-1}$
$w_2 = 1.00 \, g$
$w_1 = 50 \, g$
$\Delta T_f = 0.40 \, K$
Substituting the values:
$M_2 = \frac{5.12 \, K \, kg \, mol^{-1} \times 1.00 \, g \times 1000 \, g \, kg^{-1}}{0.40 \, K \times 50 \, g} = 256 \, g \, mol^{-1}$
Thus,the molar mass of the solute is $256 \, g \, mol^{-1}$.
102
Medium
Calculate the mass of ascorbic acid (Vitamin $C$,$C_{6}H_{8}O_{6}$) to be dissolved in $75 \ g$ of acetic acid to lower its melting point by $1.5 \ ^{\circ}C$. $K_{f} = 3.9 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.

Solution

(N/A) Mass of acetic acid,$w_{1} = 75 \ g$.
Molar mass of ascorbic acid $(C_{6}H_{8}O_{6})$,$M_{2} = (6 \times 12) + (8 \times 1) + (6 \times 16) = 176 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
Lowering of melting point,$\Delta T_{f} = 1.5 \ K$.
Using the formula for depression in freezing point:
$\Delta T_{f} = \frac{K_{f} \times w_{2} \times 1000}{M_{2} \times w_{1}}$.
Rearranging for the mass of solute $(w_{2})$:
$w_{2} = \frac{\Delta T_{f} \times M_{2} \times w_{1}}{K_{f} \times 1000}$.
Substituting the values:
$w_{2} = \frac{1.5 \times 176 \times 75}{3.9 \times 1000} = \frac{19800}{3900} \approx 5.077 \ g$.
Hence,approximately $5.08 \ g$ of ascorbic acid is required.
103
Easy
$A$ $5 \%$ solution (by mass) of cane sugar in water has a freezing point of $271 \, K$. Calculate the freezing point of a $5 \%$ glucose solution in water,given that the freezing point of pure water is $273.15 \, K$.

Solution

(N/A) For cane sugar solution:
$\Delta T_{f} = (273.15 - 271) \, K = 2.15 \, K$.
$5 \%$ solution means $5 \, g$ of solute in $95 \, g$ of water.
Molar mass of cane sugar $(C_{12}H_{22}O_{11}) = 342 \, g \, mol^{-1}$.
Molality $(m) = \frac{5 / 342}{0.095} \, mol \, kg^{-1} = 0.1537 \, mol \, kg^{-1}$.
$K_{f} = \frac{\Delta T_{f}}{m} = \frac{2.15}{0.1537} = 13.99 \, K \, kg \, mol^{-1}$.
For glucose solution:
Molar mass of glucose $(C_{6}H_{12}O_{6}) = 180 \, g \, mol^{-1}$.
Molality $(m) = \frac{5 / 180}{0.095} \, mol \, kg^{-1} = 0.2926 \, mol \, kg^{-1}$.
$\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m = 13.99 \times 0.2926 = 4.09 \, K$.
Freezing point of glucose solution $= 273.15 - 4.09 = 269.06 \, K$.
104
Easy
The depression in freezing point of water observed for the same amount of acetic acid,trichloroacetic acid,and trifluoroacetic acid increases in the order given above. Explain briefly.

Solution

(N/A) The depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$ is a colligative property,which depends on the number of particles (ions) produced in the solution.
Acetic acid $(CH_3COOH)$,trichloroacetic acid $(CCl_3COOH)$,and trifluoroacetic acid $(CF_3COOH)$ ionize to different extents.
The acidity depends on the electron-withdrawing effect of the substituent attached to the carboxylic group.
Fluorine $(F)$ is more electronegative than Chlorine $(Cl)$,which is more electronegative than Hydrogen $(H)$.
Therefore,the electron-withdrawing inductive effect follows the order: $CF_3 > CCl_3 > CH_3$.
This makes the $O-H$ bond in trifluoroacetic acid the most polar,leading to the highest degree of ionization.
Since trifluoroacetic acid produces the maximum number of ions,it shows the greatest depression in freezing point.
Thus,the order of depression in freezing point is: $\text{Acetic acid} < \text{Trichloroacetic acid} < \text{Trifluoroacetic acid}$.
105
Easy
What is depression of freezing point? Explain.

Solution

(N/A) The freezing point of a substance is defined as the temperature at which the vapour pressure of the substance in its liquid phase is equal to its vapour pressure in the solid phase.
When a non-volatile solute is added to a solvent,the vapour pressure of the solution decreases.
Consequently,the solution freezes at a lower temperature than the pure solvent.
This difference in freezing point is known as the depression of freezing point,denoted by $\Delta T_f$.
106
Medium
What is molal depression constant? Derive an equation.

Solution

(N/A) The molal depression constant $(K_f)$,also known as the cryoscopic constant,is defined as the depression in freezing point produced when one mole of a non-volatile solute is dissolved in one kilogram of a solvent.
Let $T_f^0$ be the freezing point of the pure solvent and $T_f$ be the freezing point of the solution. The depression in freezing point is given by $\Delta T_f = T_f^0 - T_f$.
For dilute solutions,the depression in freezing point is directly proportional to the molality $(m)$ of the solution:
$\Delta T_f \propto m$
$\Delta T_f = K_f \cdot m$ --- $(i)$
If $w_2$ grams of a solute with molar mass $M_2$ are dissolved in $w_1$ grams of solvent,the molality $(m)$ is:
$m = \frac{w_2 \times 1000}{M_2 \times w_1}$
Substituting this into equation $(i)$:
$\Delta T_f = K_f \times \frac{w_2 \times 1000}{M_2 \times w_1}$
Rearranging to solve for $M_2$:
$M_2 = \frac{K_f \times w_2 \times 1000}{\Delta T_f \times w_1}$
Solution diagram
107
EasyMCQ
Calculate the freezing point of a solution prepared by dissolving $1.8 \ g$ of glucose $(C_6H_{12}O_6)$ in $500 \ g$ of water. The $K_f$ value for water is $1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$. (in $K$)
A
$273.14$
B
$273.11$
C
$273.00$
D
$272.80$

Solution

(B) $1$. Molar mass of glucose $(C_6H_{12}O_6) = (6 \times 12) + (12 \times 1) + (6 \times 16) = 180 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
$2$. Number of moles of glucose = $\frac{1.8 \ g}{180 \ g \ mol^{-1}} = 0.01 \ mol$.
$3$. Molality $(m) = \frac{\text{moles of solute}}{\text{mass of solvent in kg}} = \frac{0.01 \ mol}{0.5 \ kg} = 0.02 \ m$.
$4$. Depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f) = K_f \times m = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1} \times 0.02 \ mol \ kg^{-1} = 0.0372 \ K$.
$5$. Freezing point of solution $(T_f) = T_f^{\circ} - \Delta T_f = 273.15 \ K - 0.0372 \ K = 273.1128 \ K \approx 273.11 \ K$.
108
DifficultMCQ
If the freezing point of a $5\% \ w/w$ aqueous solution of sucrose is $271 \ K$ and pure water has a freezing point of $273.15 \ K$,then calculate the freezing point of a $5\% \ w/w$ aqueous solution of glucose. (in $K$)
A
$269.07$
B
$271.00$
C
$273.15$
D
$275.23$

Solution

(A) The depression in freezing point is given by $\Delta T_f = T_f^\circ - T_f$.
For sucrose ($C_{12}H_{22}O_{11}$,molar mass $M_1 = 342 \ g/mol$): $\Delta T_f = 273.15 \ K - 271 \ K = 2.15 \ K$.
Since $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $m = \frac{w_2 \times 1000}{M_2 \times w_1}$,for a $5\% \ w/w$ solution,$m = \frac{5 \times 1000}{M_2 \times 95}$.
Thus,$\Delta T_f \propto \frac{1}{M_2}$.
For glucose ($C_6H_{12}O_6$,molar mass $M_2 = 180 \ g/mol$): $\frac{\Delta T_{f, \text{glucose}}}{\Delta T_{f, \text{sucrose}}} = \frac{M_{1}}{M_{2}} = \frac{342}{180} = 1.9$.
$\Delta T_{f, \text{glucose}} = 1.9 \times 2.15 \ K = 4.085 \ K$.
Therefore,$T_{f, \text{glucose}} = 273.15 \ K - 4.085 \ K = 269.065 \ K \approx 269.07 \ K$.
109
Medium
The aqueous solution of urea has a freezing point of $-0.6\,^\circ C$. To prepare such a solution,how many grams of urea are needed to dissolve in $3\,kg$ of water? $(M = 60\,g\,mol^{-1}, K_{f} = 1.5\,^\circ C\,kg\,mol^{-1})$

Solution

(72G) The depression in freezing point is given by $\Delta T_{f} = T_{f}^{\circ} - T_{f} = 0\,^\circ C - (-0.6\,^\circ C) = 0.6\,^\circ C$.
Using the formula $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$,where $m$ is the molality:
$0.6 = 1.5 \times \frac{w_{2} \times 1000}{M_{2} \times W_{1}(g)}$.
Substituting the values: $0.6 = 1.5 \times \frac{w_{2}}{60 \times 3}$.
$0.6 = 1.5 \times \frac{w_{2}}{180}$.
$w_{2} = \frac{0.6 \times 180}{1.5} = 0.4 \times 180 = 72\,g$.
Thus,$72\,g$ of urea is required.
110
Easy
Give the formula which shows the relation between the freezing point and the fusion enthalpy of a solvent.

Solution

(N/A) The relationship between the freezing point $(T_f)$ and the enthalpy of fusion $(\Delta_{fus}H)$ is given by the formula:
$T_f = \frac{\Delta_{fus}H}{\Delta_{fus}S}$
where $\Delta_{fus}S$ is the entropy of fusion.
111
EasyMCQ
Give the unit of $K_f$.
A
$K \cdot kg \cdot mol^{-1}$
B
$K \cdot mol \cdot kg^{-1}$
C
$K \cdot kg^{-1} \cdot mol$
D
$K^{-1} \cdot kg \cdot mol$

Solution

(A) The depression in freezing point is given by the formula: $\Delta T_f = K_f \cdot m$,where $\Delta T_f$ is the depression in freezing point $(K)$,$K_f$ is the molal depression constant,and $m$ is the molality $(mol \cdot kg^{-1})$.
Rearranging for $K_f$: $K_f = \frac{\Delta T_f}{m}$.
Substituting the units: $K_f = \frac{K}{mol \cdot kg^{-1}} = K \cdot kg \cdot mol^{-1}$.
112
Medium
$3 \times 10^{-3} \ kg$ acetic acid is added into $500 \ cm^{3}$ water. If dissociation of acetic acid is $23\%$ then find out depression in freezing point? $K_f$ of water $= 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$ and density $= 0.997 \ g \ cm^{-3}$.

Solution

$1$. Calculate moles of acetic acid $(CH_3COOH)$: Molar mass $= 60 \ g \ mol^{-1}$. Mass $= 3 \times 10^{-3} \ kg = 3 \ g$. Moles $(n) = \frac{3 \ g}{60 \ g \ mol^{-1}} = 0.05 \ mol$.
$2$. Calculate mass of solvent (water): Volume $= 500 \ cm^3$,Density $= 0.997 \ g \ cm^{-3}$. Mass $= 500 \times 0.997 = 498.5 \ g = 0.4985 \ kg$.
$3$. Calculate molality $(m)$: $m = \frac{0.05 \ mol}{0.4985 \ kg} \approx 0.1003 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
$4$. Calculate Van't Hoff factor $(i)$: For $CH_3COOH \rightleftharpoons CH_3COO^- + H^+$,$i = 1 \alpha = 1 0.23 = 1.23$.
$5$. Calculate depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$: $\Delta T_f = i \times K_f \times m = 1.23 \times 1.86 \times 0.1003 \approx 0.229 \ K$.
113
Medium
How does sprinkling of salt help in clearing the snow-covered roads in hilly areas? Explain the phenomenon involved in the process.

Solution

(N/A) The phenomenon involved in clearing snow-covered roads is the $ \text{depression in freezing point} $ of water when a non-volatile solute is dissolved in it. When salt $( \text{NaCl} )$ is spread over snow-covered roads,it dissolves in the thin layer of water present on the surface of the ice. This increases the concentration of the solute,which lowers the freezing point of the water below the ambient temperature. Consequently,the ice melts even at temperatures below $ 0^{\circ}C $,helping to clear the roads.
114
MediumMCQ
The freezing point depression constant $(K_{f})$ of benzene is $5.12 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$. The freezing point depression for the solution of molality $0.078 \ m$ containing a non-electrolyte solute in benzene is..........$K$ (rounded off up to two decimal places).
A
$0.60$
B
$0.20$
C
$0.80$
D
$0.40$

Solution

(D) The formula for freezing point depression is $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$.
Given: $K_{f} = 5.12 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$ and $m = 0.078 \ m$.
Substituting the values: $\Delta T_{f} = 5.12 \times 0.078$.
$\Delta T_{f} = 0.39936 \ K$.
Rounding off to two decimal places,we get $\Delta T_{f} = 0.40 \ K$.
115
MediumMCQ
$C_{6}H_{6}$ freezes at $5.5^{\circ} C$. The temperature at which a solution of $10 \ g$ of $C_{4}H_{10}$ in $200 \ g$ of $C_{6}H_{6}$ freezes is $...... \ ^{\circ} C$. (The molal freezing point depression constant of $C_{6}H_{6}$ is $5.12 \ ^{\circ} C/m$.)
A
$3$
B
$1$
C
$5$
D
$9$

Solution

(B) Given:
Mass of solute $(C_{4}H_{10})$ = $10 \ g$
Molar mass of $C_{4}H_{10}$ = $(4 \times 12) + (10 \times 1) = 58 \ g/mol$
Moles of solute = $\frac{10}{58} \ mol$
Mass of solvent $(C_{6}H_{6})$ = $200 \ g = 0.2 \ kg$
Molality $(m)$ = $\frac{\text{moles of solute}}{\text{mass of solvent in kg}} = \frac{10/58}{0.2} = \frac{10}{58 \times 0.2} = \frac{10}{11.6} \approx 0.862 \ m$
Freezing point depression constant $(K_{f})$ = $5.12 \ ^{\circ} C/m$
Depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_{f})$ = $K_{f} \times m = 5.12 \times 0.862 \approx 4.41 \ ^{\circ} C$
Freezing point of solution $(T_{f})$ = $T_{f}^{\circ} - \Delta T_{f} = 5.5 - 4.41 = 1.09 \ ^{\circ} C$
Rounding to the nearest integer,the temperature is $1 \ ^{\circ} C$.
116
MediumMCQ
$83 \ g$ of ethylene glycol is dissolved in $625 \ g$ of water. The freezing point of the solution is $...... \ K$. (Nearest integer) [Use: Molal freezing point depression constant of water $= 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$,Freezing point of water $= 273 \ K$,Atomic masses: $C = 12.0 \ u, O = 16.0 \ u, H = 1.0 \ u$]
A
$369$
B
$269$
C
$209$
D
$296$

Solution

(B) $1$. Calculate the molar mass of ethylene glycol $(C_2H_6O_2)$: $(2 \times 12) + (6 \times 1) + (2 \times 16) = 62 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
$2$. Calculate the number of moles of solute: $n = \frac{83 \ g}{62 \ g \ mol^{-1}} \approx 1.3387 \ mol$.
$3$. Calculate the molality $(m)$ of the solution: $m = \frac{n \text{ (mol)}}{W_{\text{solvent}} \text{ (kg)}} = \frac{1.3387 \ mol}{0.625 \ kg} = 2.1419 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
$4$. Calculate the depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$: $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m = 1.86 \times 2.1419 \approx 3.984 \ K \approx 4 \ K$.
$5$. Calculate the freezing point of the solution $(T_f)$: $T_f = T_f^{\circ} - \Delta T_f = 273 \ K - 4 \ K = 269 \ K$.
117
MediumMCQ
$1 \ kg$ of $0.75 \ m$ aqueous solution of sucrose is cooled to $-4^{\circ} C$. The amount of ice (in $g$) that will be separated out is .... . (Nearest integer)
Given: $K_{f}(H_{2}O) = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
A
$342$
B
$841$
C
$518$
D
$277$

Solution

(C) Initial molality $m = 0.75 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
Let the mass of water be $w_{1} \ kg$ and mass of sucrose be $w_{2} \ kg$.
Total mass $= w_{1} + w_{2} = 1 \ kg$.
Molality $m = \frac{w_{2} / 342}{w_{1}} = 0.75 \implies w_{2} = 0.75 \times 342 \times w_{1} = 256.5 \times w_{1}$.
Substituting into $w_{1} + 256.5 \times w_{1} = 1 \implies 257.5 \times w_{1} = 1 \implies w_{1} \approx 0.003883 \ kg$ (This interpretation is incorrect based on the problem statement).
Correct approach: $0.75 \ m$ solution means $0.75 \ mol$ sucrose in $1 \ kg$ water. Total mass $= 1000 + (0.75 \times 342) = 1256.5 \ g$.
Mass of sucrose in $1000 \ g$ solution $= \frac{0.75 \times 342}{1256.5} \times 1000 \approx 204.14 \ g$.
Mass of water in $1000 \ g$ solution $= 1000 - 204.14 = 795.86 \ g$.
Moles of sucrose $= 0.75 \times 0.79586 = 0.5969 \ mol$.
Freezing point depression $\Delta T_{f} = 4 = K_{f} \times m_{new} = 1.86 \times \frac{0.5969}{w_{new(kg)}}$.
$w_{new} = \frac{0.5969 \times 1.86}{4} = 0.2775 \ kg = 277.5 \ g$.
Ice separated $= 795.86 - 277.5 = 518.36 \ g \approx 518 \ g$.
118
MediumMCQ
$40 \ g$ of glucose (Molar mass $= 180 \ g \ mol^{-1}$) is mixed with $200 \ mL$ of water. The freezing point of the solution is $..... \ K$. (Nearest integer)
[Given : $K_{f} = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1};$ Density of water $= 1.00 \ g \ cm^{-3};$ Freezing point of water $= 273.15 \ K$]
A
$271$
B
$370$
C
$71$
D
$521$

Solution

(A) Step $1$: Calculate the number of moles of glucose.
$n = \frac{\text{mass}}{\text{molar mass}} = \frac{40 \ g}{180 \ g \ mol^{-1}} = \frac{2}{9} \ mol \approx 0.222 \ mol$.
Step $2$: Calculate the mass of the solvent (water).
Density $= 1.00 \ g \ cm^{-3}$,so $200 \ mL$ of water $= 200 \ g = 0.2 \ kg$.
Step $3$: Calculate the molality $(m)$ of the solution.
$m = \frac{n_{\text{solute}}}{W_{\text{solvent (kg)}}} = \frac{2/9 \ mol}{0.2 \ kg} = \frac{10}{9} \ m \approx 1.11 \ m$.
Step $4$: Calculate the depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_{f})$.
$\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1} \times \frac{10}{9} \ mol \ kg^{-1} \approx 2.067 \ K$.
Step $5$: Calculate the freezing point of the solution $(T_{f}^{\prime})$.
$T_{f}^{\prime} = T_{f} - \Delta T_{f} = 273.15 \ K - 2.067 \ K = 271.083 \ K$.
Rounding to the nearest integer,we get $271 \ K$.
119
MediumMCQ
Two solutions $A$ and $B$ are prepared by dissolving $1 \ g$ of non-volatile solutes $X$ and $Y$ respectively in $1 \ kg$ of water. The ratio of depression in freezing points for $A$ and $B$ is found to be $1: 4$. The ratio of molar masses of $X$ and $Y$ is.
A
$1: 4$
B
$4: 1$
C
$1: 2$
D
$2: 1$

Solution

(B) The depression in freezing point $\Delta T_f$ is given by $\Delta T_f = K_f \cdot m$,where $m$ is the molality.
Since the mass of solvent $(1 \ kg)$ and the mass of solute $(1 \ g)$ are the same for both,the molality $m$ is inversely proportional to the molar mass $M$ $(m = \frac{n}{W_{solvent}} = \frac{mass}{M \cdot W_{solvent}})$.
Therefore,$\frac{\Delta T_x}{\Delta T_y} = \frac{M_y}{M_x}$.
Given $\frac{\Delta T_x}{\Delta T_y} = \frac{1}{4}$,we have $\frac{1}{4} = \frac{M_y}{M_x}$.
This implies $\frac{M_x}{M_y} = \frac{4}{1}$,so $M_x : M_y = 4 : 1$.
120
MediumMCQ
$150 \ g$ of acetic acid was contaminated with $10.2 \ g$ ascorbic acid $(C_{6}H_{8}O_{6})$ to lower its freezing point by $(x \times 10^{-1})^{\circ} C$. The value of $x$ is (Nearest integer). [Given $K_{f} = 3.9 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$; Molar mass of ascorbic acid $= 176 \ g \ mol^{-1}$]
A
$14$
B
$13$
C
$15$
D
$11$

Solution

(C) Step $1$: Calculate the moles of ascorbic acid $(C_{6}H_{8}O_{6})$.
$n = \frac{\text{mass}}{\text{molar mass}} = \frac{10.2 \ g}{176 \ g \ mol^{-1}} \approx 0.05795 \ mol$.
Step $2$: Calculate the molality $(m)$ of the solution.
$m = \frac{\text{moles of solute}}{\text{mass of solvent in kg}} = \frac{0.05795 \ mol}{0.150 \ kg} \approx 0.3863 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
Step $3$: Calculate the depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_{f})$.
$\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m = 3.9 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1} \times 0.3863 \ mol \ kg^{-1} \approx 1.5066^{\circ} C$.
Step $4$: Express $\Delta T_{f}$ in the form $(x \times 10^{-1})^{\circ} C$.
$1.5066 \approx 15.066 \times 10^{-1}$.
Rounding to the nearest integer,$x = 15$.
121
MediumMCQ
$1.80 \ g$ of solute $A$ was dissolved in $62.5 \ cm^{3}$ of ethanol and the freezing point of the solution was found to be $155.1 \ K$. The molar mass of solute $A$ is $.......... \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
[Given: Freezing point of ethanol is $156.0 \ K$,Density of ethanol is $0.80 \ g \ cm^{-3}$,Freezing point depression constant of ethanol is $2.00 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$]
A
$81$
B
$80$
C
$82$
D
$83$

Solution

(B) Mass of ethanol = $62.5 \ cm^{3} \times 0.80 \ g \ cm^{-3} = 50 \ g = 0.05 \ kg$.
Freezing point depression,$\Delta T_{f} = T_{f}^{\circ} - T_{f} = 156.0 \ K - 155.1 \ K = 0.9 \ K$.
Using the formula $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$,where $m$ is molality:
$0.9 = 2.00 \times \frac{1.80 \ g / M_{w}}{0.05 \ kg}$.
$M_{w} = \frac{2.00 \times 1.80}{0.9 \times 0.05} = \frac{3.6}{0.045} = 80 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
122
DifficultMCQ
$A$ solution containing $8.0 \, g$ of nicotine in $92 \, g$ of water freezes $0.925 \, ^{\circ}C$ below the normal freezing point of water. If the molal freezing point depression constant,$k_f = 1.85 \, ^{\circ}C \, kg \, mol^{-1}$,then the molar mass of nicotine is $...$
A
$16 \, g \, mol^{-1}$
B
$80 \, g \, mol^{-1}$
C
$320 \, g \, mol^{-1}$
D
$160 \, g \, mol^{-1}$

Solution

(D) The formula for molar mass $(M_2)$ using freezing point depression is: $M_2 = \frac{k_f \times w_2 \times 1000}{\Delta T_f \times w_1}$
Given: $w_2 = 8.0 \, g$,$w_1 = 92 \, g$,$\Delta T_f = 0.925 \, ^{\circ}C$,$k_f = 1.85 \, ^{\circ}C \, kg \, mol^{-1}$.
Substituting the values: $M_2 = \frac{1.85 \times 8.0 \times 1000}{0.925 \times 92} = \frac{14800}{85.1} \approx 173.9 \, g \, mol^{-1}$.
Rounding to the nearest provided option,the molar mass is $160 \, g \, mol^{-1}$.
123
MediumMCQ
The addition of $0.643 \,g$ of a compound to $50 \,mL$ of benzene (density $= 0.879 \,g \,mL^{-1}$) lowers the freezing point from $5.51^{\circ}C$ to $5.03^{\circ}C$. If the freezing point constant,$K_f$ for benzene is $5.12 \,K \,kg \,mol^{-1}$,the molar mass of the compound is approximately $..... \,g \,mol^{-1}$.
A
$156$
B
$88$
C
$60$
D
$312$

Solution

(A) Given:
Weight of solute $(w_2)$ = $0.643 \,g$
Freezing point constant $(K_f)$ = $5.12 \,K \,kg \,mol^{-1}$
Depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$ = $5.51^{\circ}C - 5.03^{\circ}C = 0.48 \,K$
Volume of benzene = $50 \,mL$
Density of benzene = $0.879 \,g \,mL^{-1}$
Weight of solvent $(w_1)$ = $50 \,mL \times 0.879 \,g \,mL^{-1} = 43.95 \,g$
Using the formula for molar mass $(M_2)$:
$M_2 = \frac{K_f \times w_2 \times 1000}{\Delta T_f \times w_1}$
$M_2 = \frac{5.12 \times 0.643 \times 1000}{0.48 \times 43.95}$
$M_2 = \frac{3292.16}{21.096} \approx 156.05 \,g \,mol^{-1}$
Thus,the molar mass is approximately $156 \,g \,mol^{-1}$.
124
DifficultMCQ
Lead storage battery contains $38\%$ by weight solution of $H_2SO_4$. The van't Hoff factor is $2.67$ at this concentration. The temperature in Kelvin at which the solution in the battery will freeze is $..........$ (Nearest integer). Given $K_f = 1.8 \, K \, kg \, mol^{-1}$.
A
$241$
B
$242$
C
$256$
D
$243$

Solution

(D) The formula for freezing point depression is $\Delta T_f = i \cdot K_f \cdot m$.
Here,$i = 2.67$,$K_f = 1.8 \, K \, kg \, mol^{-1}$.
The molality $m$ is calculated as: $m = \frac{\text{mass of solute}}{\text{molar mass of solute}} \times \frac{1000}{\text{mass of solvent in grams}}$.
For $38\%$ by weight $H_2SO_4$,mass of $H_2SO_4 = 38 \, g$,mass of water = $100 - 38 = 62 \, g$.
$m = \frac{38}{98} \times \frac{1000}{62} \approx 6.254 \, mol \, kg^{-1}$.
$\Delta T_f = 2.67 \times 1.8 \times 6.254 \approx 30.05 \, K$.
Freezing point of pure water = $273.15 \, K$.
Freezing point of solution = $273.15 - 30.05 = 243.1 \, K$.
Rounding to the nearest integer,we get $243 \, K$.
125
DifficultMCQ
What happens to the freezing point of benzene when a small quantity of naphthalene is added to it?
A
Increases
B
Remains unchanged
C
First decreases and then increases
D
Decreases

Solution

(D) When a non-volatile solute like naphthalene is added to a solvent like benzene,the freezing point of the solution becomes lower than that of the pure solvent. This phenomenon is known as the depression of freezing point.
126
DifficultMCQ
Mass of ethylene glycol (antifreeze) to be added to $18.6 \ kg$ of water to protect the freezing point at $-24^{\circ} C$ is . . . . . . $kg$ (Molar mass in $g \ mol^{-1}$ for ethylene glycol $= 62$,$K_{f}$ of water $= 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$15$
B
$10$
C
$9$
D
$8$

Solution

(NONE) The depression in freezing point is given by the formula: $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$,where $m$ is the molality of the solution.
Given: $\Delta T_{f} = 0 - (-24) = 24 \ K$,$K_{f} = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$,Mass of solvent $(W_{solvent})$ $= 18.6 \ kg$,Molar mass of solute $(M_{solute})$ $= 62 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
Molality $(m)$ $= \frac{W_{solute} \ (g)}{M_{solute} \times W_{solvent} \ (kg)} = \frac{W_{solute}}{62 \times 18.6}$.
Substituting the values: $24 = 1.86 \times \frac{W_{solute}}{62 \times 18.6}$.
$24 = \frac{1.86 \times W_{solute}}{1153.2}$.
$W_{solute} = \frac{24 \times 1153.2}{1.86} = 14880 \ g$.
Converting to $kg$: $W_{solute} = 14.88 \ kg$.
127
MediumMCQ
$2.7 \ kg$ of each of water and acetic acid are mixed. The freezing point of the solution will be $-x^{\circ} C$. Consider the acetic acid does not dimerise in water,nor dissociates in water. $x = . . . . . . .$ (nearest integer)
[Given : Molar mass of water $= 18 \ g \ mol^{-1}$,acetic acid $= 60 \ g \ mol^{-1}$]
$K_f \ H_2O = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
$K_f$ acetic acid $= 3.90 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
Freezing point: $H_2O = 273 \ K$,acetic acid $= 290 \ K$
A
$31$
B
$35$
C
$37$
D
$40$

Solution

(A) Moles of water $= \frac{2700 \ g}{18 \ g \ mol^{-1}} = 150 \ mol$.
Moles of acetic acid $= \frac{2700 \ g}{60 \ g \ mol^{-1}} = 45 \ mol$.
Since the amount of water is greater than the amount of acetic acid,water acts as the solvent.
The depression in freezing point is given by $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$.
Molality $(m) = \frac{\text{moles of solute}}{\text{mass of solvent in kg}} = \frac{45 \ mol}{2.7 \ kg} = 16.667 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
$\Delta T_f = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1} \times 16.667 \ mol \ kg^{-1} \approx 31 \ K$.
Freezing point of solution $= T_f^{\circ} - \Delta T_f = 0^{\circ} C - 31^{\circ} C = -31^{\circ} C$.
Therefore,$x = 31$.
128
MediumMCQ
When $x \times 10^{-2} \ mL$ methanol (molar mass $= 32 \ g \ mol^{-1}$; density $= 0.792 \ g \ cm^{-3}$) is added to $100 \ mL$ water (density $= 1 \ g \ cm^{-3}$),the following diagram is obtained.
$x = $ . . . . . . (nearest integer)
[Given: Molal freezing point depression constant of water at $273.15 \ K$ is $1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$]
Question diagram
A
$540$
B
$542$
C
$543$
D
$550$

Solution

(C) The freezing point depression is given by $\Delta T_f = T_f^\circ - T_f = 273.15 \ K - 270.65 \ K = 2.5 \ K$.
The formula for freezing point depression is $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $m$ is the molality.
$m = \frac{n_{methanol}}{w_{water} \text{ (in kg)}} = \frac{n}{0.1 \ kg}$.
Substituting the values: $2.5 = 1.86 \times \frac{n}{0.1} \Rightarrow n = \frac{2.5 \times 0.1}{1.86} \approx 0.1344 \ mol$.
The mass of methanol is $w = n \times M = 0.1344 \ mol \times 32 \ g \ mol^{-1} \approx 4.3008 \ g$.
The volume of methanol is $V = \frac{w}{d} = \frac{4.3008 \ g}{0.792 \ g \ cm^{-3}} \approx 5.4303 \ mL$.
Given $V = x \times 10^{-2} \ mL$,we have $5.4303 = x \times 10^{-2}$,so $x = 543.03$.
Rounding to the nearest integer,$x = 543$.
129
EasyMCQ
Pure water freezes at $273 \ K$ and $1 \ bar$. The addition of $34.5 \ g$ of ethanol to $500 \ g$ of water changes the freezing point of the solution. Use the freezing point depression constant of water as $2 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$. The figures shown below represent plots of vapour pressure $(V.P.)$ versus temperature $(T)$. [molecular weight of ethanol is $46 \ g \ mol^{-1}$]. Among the following,the option representing the change in the freezing point is:
Question diagram
A
$C, B$
B
$C, A$
C
$A, B$
D
$C, B, A$

Solution

(C) The molality $(m)$ of the solution is calculated as:
$m = \frac{\text{moles of solute}}{\text{mass of solvent in kg}} = \frac{34.5 \ g / 46 \ g \ mol^{-1}}{0.5 \ kg} = \frac{0.75 \ mol}{0.5 \ kg} = 1.5 \ m$.
The depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$ is given by:
$\Delta T_f = K_f \times m = 2 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1} \times 1.5 \ mol \ kg^{-1} = 3 \ K$.
The new freezing point of the solution is $273 \ K - 3 \ K = 270 \ K$.
In the given plots,the freezing point is the temperature where the vapour pressure curve of the solution intersects the vapour pressure curve of ice. For a freezing point of $270 \ K$,the intersection must occur at $270 \ K$. Plot $(A)$ shows the intersection at $270 \ K$,and Plot $(C)$ also shows the intersection at $270 \ K$.
130
MediumMCQ
Consider the given plots of vapour pressure $(VP)$ vs temperature $(T / K)$. Which amongst the following options is the correct graphical representation showing $\Delta T_f$,the depression in the freezing point of the solvent in a solution?
Question diagram
A
Option A
B
Option B
C
Option C
D
Option D

Solution

(D) The freezing point of a substance is the temperature at which the vapour pressure of the substance in its liquid phase is equal to its vapour pressure in the solid phase.
When a non-volatile solute is added to a solvent,the vapour pressure of the solution decreases.
The freezing point of the solution $(T_f)$ is lower than the freezing point of the pure solvent $(T_f^\circ)$.
The graphical representation of depression in freezing point involves the intersection of the vapour pressure curve of the liquid solvent with the vapour pressure curve of the solid solvent (frozen solvent) to determine $T_f^\circ$,and the intersection of the vapour pressure curve of the solution with the vapour pressure curve of the solid solvent to determine $T_f$.
Option $D$ correctly depicts the curves for the liquid solvent,the solution,and the frozen solvent,showing the depression in freezing point $\Delta T_f = T_f^\circ - T_f$.
131
MediumMCQ
What is the freezing point depression constant of a solvent,$50 \ g$ of which contains $1 \ g$ of a non-volatile solute (molar mass $256 \ g \ mol^{-1}$) and the decrease in freezing point is $0.40 \ K$?
A
$5.12 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
B
$4.43 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
C
$1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
D
$3.72 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(A) The formula for freezing point depression is $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \cdot m$,where $m$ is the molality of the solution.
Molality $m = \frac{\text{moles of solute}}{\text{mass of solvent in } kg} = \frac{1 / 256}{50 \times 10^{-3} \ kg} = \frac{1}{256 \times 0.05} = \frac{1}{12.8} \ mol \ kg^{-1} = 0.078125 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
Given $\Delta T_{f} = 0.40 \ K$.
Substituting the values: $0.40 = K_{f} \times 0.078125$.
$K_{f} = \frac{0.40}{0.078125} = 5.12 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
132
MediumMCQ
Given below are two statements $:$
Statement $(I) : NaCl$ is added to the ice at $0^{\circ} C$,present in the ice cream box to lower the freezing point of the mixture,which helps in keeping the ice cream frozen.
Statement $(II) :$ On addition of $NaCl$ to ice at $0^{\circ} C$,there is a depression in freezing point.
In the light of the above statements,choose the correct answer from the options given below $:$
A
Statement $I$ is false but Statement $II$ is true
B
Both Statement $I$ and Statement $II$ are true
C
Both Statement $I$ and Statement $II$ are false
D
Statement $I$ is true but Statement $II$ is false

Solution

(B) Statement $(I)$ is true because adding $NaCl$ to ice creates a freezing mixture,which lowers the temperature below $0^{\circ} C$,thereby keeping the ice cream frozen.
Statement $(II)$ is true because the addition of a non-volatile solute like $NaCl$ to a solvent like water causes a depression in the freezing point,a colligative property.
133
MediumMCQ
Given below are two statements $:$
Statement $(I) :$ Molal depression constant $K_{f}$ is given by $\frac{M_1 R T_f^2}{1000 \Delta H_{\text {fus }}}$,where symbols have their usual meaning. (Note: The provided formula in the prompt was corrected to the standard thermodynamic expression $K_f = \frac{M_1 R T_f^2}{\Delta H_{\text {fus }}}$).
Statement $(II) :$ $K_{f}$ for benzene is less than the $K_{f}$ for water.
In the light of the above statements,choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below $:$
A
Statement $I$ is incorrect but Statement $II$ is correct
B
Both Statement $I$ and Statement $II$ are incorrect
C
Both Statement $I$ and Statement $II$ are correct
D
Statement $I$ is correct but Statement $II$ is incorrect

Solution

(D) Statement $-I$: The molal depression constant $K_f$ is defined as $K_f = \frac{M_1 R T_f^2}{\Delta H_{\text {fus }}}$. Since $\Delta S_{\text {fus }} = \frac{\Delta H_{\text {fus }}}{T_f}$,we can write $K_f = \frac{M_1 R T_f}{\Delta S_{\text {fus }}}$. Thus,Statement $-I$ is correct.
Statement $-II$: The value of $K_f$ for benzene is $5.12 \ \text{K kg mol}^{-1}$ and for water is $1.86 \ \text{K kg mol}^{-1}$. Since $5.12 > 1.86$,the $K_f$ for benzene is greater than that for water. Thus,Statement $-II$ is incorrect.
134
MediumMCQ
Calculate the mass of ascorbic acid ($Vitamin \ C$,$C_6H_8O_6$) to be dissolved in $75 \ g$ of acetic acid to lower its melting point by $1.5^{\circ} C$. $\left[K_f = 3 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}\right]$ (in $g$)
A
$5.6$
B
$13.2$
C
$6.6$
D
$3.3$

Solution

(C) The molar mass of ascorbic acid $(C_6H_8O_6)$ is $6 \times 12 + 8 \times 1 + 6 \times 16 = 176 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
Using the formula for depression in freezing point: $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $m$ is the molality.
$m = \frac{w \times 1000}{M_{solute} \times W_{solvent(g)}}$,where $w$ is the mass of solute in grams.
Substituting the values: $1.5 = 3 \times \frac{w \times 1000}{176 \times 75}$.
$1.5 = \frac{3000 \times w}{13200}$.
$w = \frac{1.5 \times 13200}{3000} = \frac{19800}{3000} = 6.6 \ g$.
135
MediumMCQ
How much glucose $(molecular \ weight = 180 \ g/mol)$ should be added to $200 \ g \ H_2O$ so that when the solution is cooled to $-0.5^{\circ}C$,$14 \ g$ of ice separates out of the solution: [$K_f = 1.86 \ K \ kg/mol$ and melting point of $H_2O = 0^{\circ}C$] (in $g$)
A
$9$
B
$18$
C
$0.9$
D
$4.5$

Solution

(A) The depression in freezing point is given by $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $m$ is the molality of the solution after ice separates.
At $-0.5^{\circ}C$,$\Delta T_f = 0 - (-0.5) = 0.5 \ K$.
The mass of the remaining solvent $(x)$ is $200 \ g - 14 \ g = 186 \ g$.
Using the formula $\Delta T_f = K_f \times \frac{w \times 1000}{M \times x}$,where $w$ is the mass of glucose and $M = 180 \ g/mol$:
$0.5 = 1.86 \times \frac{w \times 1000}{180 \times 186}$.
$w = \frac{0.5 \times 180 \times 186}{1.86 \times 1000}$.
$w = \frac{0.5 \times 180 \times 186}{1860} = \frac{0.5 \times 180}{10} = 0.5 \times 18 = 9 \ g$.
136
MediumMCQ
Bromoform has a normal freezing point of $7.734^{\circ} C$ and its $K_{f} = 14.4^{\circ} C / m$. $A$ solution of $2.60 \ g$ of an unknown substance in $100 \ g$ of bromoform freezes at $5.43^{\circ} C$. What is the molecular weight of the unknown substance?
A
$16.25$
B
$162.5$
C
$100$
D
$200$

Solution

(B) The depression in freezing point is given by $\Delta T_{f} = T_{f}^{\circ} - T_{f} = 7.734^{\circ} C - 5.43^{\circ} C = 2.304^{\circ} C$.
The formula for depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$,where $m$ is the molality.
Molality $m = \frac{w_{solute} \times 1000}{M_{solute} \times w_{solvent} \text{ (in g)}}$.
Substituting the values: $2.304 = 14.4 \times \frac{2.60 \times 1000}{M_{solute} \times 100}$.
$2.304 = 14.4 \times \frac{26}{M_{solute}}$.
$M_{solute} = \frac{14.4 \times 26}{2.304} = \frac{374.4}{2.304} = 162.5 \ g/mol$.
137
MediumMCQ
Which of the following solutions exhibits the highest freezing point depression?
A
$0.1 \ m \ NaCl$
B
$0.05 \ m \ MgSO_4$
C
$1 \ m \ AlPO_4$
D
$0.05 \ m \ Al_2(SO_4)_3$

Solution

(C) The freezing point depression is given by the formula $\Delta T_f = i \times K_f \times m$,where $i$ is the van't Hoff factor and $m$ is the molality.
For $0.1 \ m \ NaCl$,$i = 2$,so $\Delta T_f = 2 \times 0.1 = 0.2$.
For $0.05 \ m \ MgSO_4$,$i = 2$,so $\Delta T_f = 2 \times 0.05 = 0.1$.
For $1 \ m \ AlPO_4$,$i = 2$,so $\Delta T_f = 2 \times 1 = 2.0$.
For $0.05 \ m \ Al_2(SO_4)_3$,$i = 5$,so $\Delta T_f = 5 \times 0.05 = 0.25$.
Comparing the values,$1 \ m \ AlPO_4$ has the highest value of $i \times m$,therefore it exhibits the highest freezing point depression.
138
EasyMCQ
Calculate the molality of a nonvolatile solution if the solution freezes at $-0.95^{\circ}C$ $[K_f \text{ for water} = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}, \text{ freezing point of water} = 0^{\circ}C]$.
A
$0.51 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
B
$0.41 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
C
$0.51 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
D
$0.65 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$

Solution

(A) The depression in freezing point is given by the formula: $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$.
Given: $\Delta T_f = T_f^{\circ} - T_f = 0^{\circ}C - (-0.95^{\circ}C) = 0.95 \ K$.
$K_f = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Substituting the values: $0.95 = 1.86 \times m$.
$m = \frac{0.95}{1.86} \approx 0.51 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
139
MediumMCQ
Which of the following aqueous solutions exhibits the lowest freezing point depression, assuming complete dissociation?
A
$0.1 \, m \, NaClO_4$
B
$0.05 \, m \, MgSO_4$
C
$0.08 \, m \, AlPO_4$
D
$0.06 \, m \, Al_2(SO_4)_3$

Solution

(B) The freezing point depression is given by the formula $\Delta T_f = i \times K_f \times m$, where $i$ is the van't Hoff factor and $m$ is the molality. Assuming complete dissociation, $i$ equals the number of ions produced per formula unit.
For $A$: $0.1 \, m \, NaClO_4 \rightarrow i = 2$, so $\Delta T_f \propto 0.1 \times 2 = 0.2$.
For $B$: $0.05 \, m \, MgSO_4 \rightarrow i = 2$, so $\Delta T_f \propto 0.05 \times 2 = 0.1$.
For $C$: $0.08 \, m \, AlPO_4 \rightarrow i = 2$, so $\Delta T_f \propto 0.08 \times 2 = 0.16$.
For $D$: $0.06 \, m \, Al_2(SO_4)_3 \rightarrow i = 5$, so $\Delta T_f \propto 0.06 \times 5 = 0.3$.
Comparing the values, $0.1$ is the lowest, which corresponds to option $B$.
140
EasyMCQ
Calculate the cryoscopic constant $(K_f)$ of a solvent if the depression in freezing point of a $0.4 \ m$ solution of a non-volatile solute is $1.8 \ K$.
A
$4.0 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
B
$4.5 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
C
$5.1 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
D
$5.7 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(B) . The depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$ is given by the formula: $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $K_f$ is the cryoscopic constant and $m$ is the molality of the solution.
Given: $\Delta T_f = 1.8 \ K$ and $m = 0.4 \ m$.
Rearranging the formula to solve for $K_f$: $K_f = \frac{\Delta T_f}{m}$.
Substituting the values: $K_f = \frac{1.8 \ K}{0.4 \ mol \ kg^{-1}} = 4.5 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Therefore,the correct option is $B$.
141
MediumMCQ
$A$ solution of $5 \ g$ nonvolatile solute in $50 \ g$ water decreases its freezing point by $0.2 \ K$. Calculate the molar mass of solute if $K_{f}$ of water is $1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
A
$840 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
B
$930 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
C
$960 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
D
$870 \ g \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(B) The formula for depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$,where $m$ is the molality of the solution.
Molality $m = \frac{W_{solute} \times 1000}{M_{solute} \times W_{solvent(g)}}$.
Given: $\Delta T_{f} = 0.2 \ K$,$W_{solute} = 5 \ g$,$W_{solvent} = 50 \ g$,$K_{f} = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Substituting the values: $0.2 = 1.86 \times \frac{5 \times 1000}{M_{solute} \times 50}$.
$0.2 = 1.86 \times \frac{100}{M_{solute}}$.
$M_{solute} = \frac{1.86 \times 100}{0.2} = \frac{186}{0.2} = 930 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
142
EasyMCQ
Calculate the molality of the solution of a nonvolatile solute if it freezes at $-0.36 \ ^{\circ}C$. [Given: $K_{f}$ for solvent $= 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$]
A
$0.218 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
B
$0.193 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
C
$0.401 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
D
$0.520 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$

Solution

(B) The depression in freezing point is given by the formula: $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$.
Here,$\Delta T_{f} = T_{f}^{\circ} - T_{f} = 0 \ ^{\circ}C - (-0.36 \ ^{\circ}C) = 0.36 \ K$.
Given $K_{f} = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Substituting the values: $0.36 = 1.86 \times m$.
Therefore,$m = \frac{0.36}{1.86} \approx 0.1935 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
Rounding to three decimal places,the molality is $0.193 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
143
EasyMCQ
Calculate the cryoscopic constant $(K_f)$ of a solvent if the depression in freezing point of a $0.18 \ m$ solution of a non-volatile solute is $0.2 \ K$.
A
$1.73 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
B
$1.50 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
C
$1.11 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
D
$1.92 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(C) The formula for depression in freezing point is given by: $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$
Where:
$\Delta T_f$ is the depression in freezing point $(0.2 \ K)$
$K_f$ is the cryoscopic constant
$m$ is the molality of the solution $(0.18 \ m)$
Rearranging the formula to solve for $K_f$:
$K_f = \frac{\Delta T_f}{m} = \frac{0.2 \ K}{0.18 \ mol \ kg^{-1}} \approx 1.11 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.
144
EasyMCQ
Calculate $\Delta T_f$ of $0.15 \ m$ solution of nonvolatile solute $\left[K_f = 1.5 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}\right]$ (in $K$)
A
$0.182$
B
$0.150$
C
$0.225$
D
$0.260$

Solution

(C) The formula for the depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$.
Given:
Molality $(m)$ = $0.15 \ m$
Cryoscopic constant $(K_f)$ = $1.5 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
Calculation:
$\Delta T_f = 1.5 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1} \times 0.15 \ mol \ kg^{-1} = 0.225 \ K$.
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.
145
MediumMCQ
Calculate the molality of a solution of a non-volatile solute having a depression in freezing point of $0.93 \ K$ and a cryoscopic constant of the solvent of $1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
A
$0.3 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
B
$0.4 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
C
$0.5 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
D
$0.6 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$

Solution

(C) The formula for depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$.
Given: $\Delta T_{f} = 0.93 \ K$ and $K_{f} = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Rearranging the formula for molality $(m)$:
$m = \frac{\Delta T_{f}}{K_{f}} = \frac{0.93 \ K}{1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}} = 0.5 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
146
EasyMCQ
Calculate the molar mass of a nonvolatile solute when $1.5 \ g$ of it is dissolved in $90 \ g$ of solvent,decreasing its freezing point by $0.25 \ K$. Given: $K_{f} = 1.2 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
A
$72 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
B
$80 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
C
$88 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
D
$96 \ g \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(B) The formula for molar mass of a solute is: $M_2 = \frac{1000 \times K_{f} \times W_2}{\Delta T_{f} \times W_1}$
Given: $W_2 = 1.5 \ g$,$W_1 = 90 \ g$,$\Delta T_{f} = 0.25 \ K$,$K_{f} = 1.2 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Substituting the values: $M_2 = \frac{1000 \times 1.2 \times 1.5}{0.25 \times 90}$
$M_2 = \frac{1800}{22.5} = 80 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
147
EasyMCQ
Calculate the molar mass of a non-volatile solute when $1 \ g$ of it is dissolved in $100 \ g$ of solvent,which decreases its freezing point by $0.2 \ K$. Given: $K_{f} = 1.2 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
A
$55 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
B
$60 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
C
$65 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
D
$70 \ g \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(B) The formula for molar mass of a solute is given by: $M_2 = \frac{K_{f} \times W_2 \times 1000}{\Delta T_{f} \times W_1}$.
Given values are: $W_2 = 1 \ g$,$W_1 = 100 \ g$,$\Delta T_{f} = 0.2 \ K$,and $K_{f} = 1.2 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Substituting these values into the formula:
$M_2 = \frac{1.2 \times 1 \times 1000}{0.2 \times 100} = \frac{1200}{20} = 60 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
148
MediumMCQ
Calculate $\Delta T_{f}$ of aqueous $0.01 \ m$ formic acid if the van't Hoff factor is $1.1$. $[K_{f} = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}]$ (in $K$)
A
$0.042$
B
$0.020$
C
$0.011$
D
$0.033$

Solution

(B) The formula for the depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_{f} = i \times m \times K_{f}$.
Given:
van't Hoff factor $(i)$ = $1.1$
Molality $(m)$ = $0.01 \ m$
Cryoscopic constant $(K_{f})$ = $1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
Substituting the values:
$\Delta T_{f} = 1.1 \times 0.01 \times 1.86$
$\Delta T_{f} = 0.02046 \ K \approx 0.020 \ K$.
149
DifficultMCQ
Calculate the cryoscopic constant $(K_f)$ of a solvent when $2.5 \ g$ of a solute is dissolved in $35 \ g$ of the solvent,which lowers its freezing point by $3 \ K$. (Molar mass of the solute is $117 \ g \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$3.11 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
B
$3.56 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
C
$5.52 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
D
$4.91 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(D) The formula for the depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $m$ is the molality.
Molality $m = \frac{W_2 \times 1000}{M_2 \times W_1}$,where $W_2$ is the mass of solute,$M_2$ is the molar mass of solute,and $W_1$ is the mass of solvent in grams.
Substituting the values: $\Delta T_f = 3 \ K$,$W_2 = 2.5 \ g$,$M_2 = 117 \ g \ mol^{-1}$,$W_1 = 35 \ g$.
$K_f = \frac{\Delta T_f \times M_2 \times W_1}{1000 \times W_2}$
$K_f = \frac{3 \times 117 \times 35}{1000 \times 2.5} \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
$K_f = \frac{12285}{2500} \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1} = 4.91 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
150
MediumMCQ
Calculate the molality of a solution if its depression in freezing point is $0.18 \ K$. $[K_f = 1.6 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}]$ (in $m$)
A
$0.195$
B
$0.156$
C
$0.174$
D
$0.113$

Solution

(D) The formula for depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$.
Given: $\Delta T_f = 0.18 \ K$ and $K_f = 1.6 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Substituting the values in the formula:
$m = \frac{\Delta T_f}{K_f} = \frac{0.18 \ K}{1.6 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}} = 0.1125 \ m$.
Rounding to three decimal places,we get $m = 0.113 \ m$.

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