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151
MediumMCQ
$A$ solution of a nonvolatile solute is obtained by dissolving $1 \ g$ in $100 \ g$ of solvent,which decreases its freezing point by $0.3 \ K$. Calculate the cryoscopic constant of the solvent if the molar mass of the solute is $60 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
A
$1.0 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
B
$1.4 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
C
$2.4 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
D
$1.8 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(D) The formula for freezing point depression is $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$,where $m$ is the molality.
$m = \frac{W_2 \times 1000}{M_2 \times W_1} = \frac{1 \ g \times 1000}{60 \ g \ mol^{-1} \times 100 \ g} = \frac{1}{6} \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
Given $\Delta T_{f} = 0.3 \ K$.
Using $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$:
$0.3 \ K = K_{f} \times \frac{1}{6} \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
$K_{f} = 0.3 \times 6 = 1.8 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
152
MediumMCQ
Find the depression in freezing point of a solution when $3.2 \ g$ of a non-volatile solute with a molar mass of $128 \ g \ mol^{-1}$ is dissolved in $80 \ g$ of solvent,given that the cryoscopic constant of the solvent is $4.8 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$. (in $K$)
A
$3.0$
B
$1.5$
C
$2.0$
D
$2.5$

Solution

(B) The formula for the depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$,where $m$ is the molality of the solution.
Molality $m = \frac{W_2 \times 1000}{M_2 \times W_1}$,where $W_2$ is the mass of the solute,$M_2$ is the molar mass of the solute,and $W_1$ is the mass of the solvent in grams.
Substituting the given values: $W_2 = 3.2 \ g$,$M_2 = 128 \ g \ mol^{-1}$,$W_1 = 80 \ g$,and $K_{f} = 4.8 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
$\Delta T_{f} = \frac{4.8 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1} \times 3.2 \ g \times 1000 \ g \ kg^{-1}}{128 \ g \ mol^{-1} \times 80 \ g}$.
$\Delta T_{f} = \frac{15360}{10240} \ K = 1.5 \ K$.
153
EasyMCQ
Calculate the depression in freezing point of a solution when $4 \,g$ of a nonvolatile solute with a molar mass of $126 \,g \,mol^{-1}$ is dissolved in $80 \,mL$ of water. $[$Cryoscopic constant of water $K_f = 1.86 \,K \,kg \,mol^{-1}]$ (in $\,K$)
A
$0.55$
B
$0.74$
C
$0.86$
D
$0.96$

Solution

(B) Given: Mass of solute $(W_2) = 4 \,g$, Molar mass of solute $(M_2) = 126 \,g \,mol^{-1}$, Volume of water $= 80 \,mL$.
Since the density of water is $1 \,g/mL$, the mass of solvent $(W_1) = 80 \,g$.
The formula for depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_f = \frac{1000 \times K_f \times W_2}{M_2 \times W_1}$.
Substituting the values: $\Delta T_f = \frac{1000 \times 1.86 \times 4}{126 \times 80}$.
$\Delta T_f = \frac{7440}{10080} \approx 0.738 \,K$, which rounds to $0.74 \,K$.
154
MediumMCQ
$A$ solution of a nonvolatile solute is obtained by dissolving $15 \ g$ in $200 \ mL$ of water,which has a depression in freezing point of $0.75 \ K$. Calculate the molar mass of the solute if the cryoscopic constant of water is $1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
A
$160 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
B
$172 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
C
$186 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
D
$198 \ g \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(C) Given: Mass of solute $(W_2)$ = $15 \ g$,Volume of water = $200 \ mL$,so Mass of solvent $(W_1)$ = $200 \ g$ (assuming density = $1 \ g/mL$).
Depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$ = $0.75 \ K$.
Cryoscopic constant $(K_f)$ = $1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
The formula for molar mass $(M_2)$ is:
$M_2 = \frac{1000 \times K_f \times W_2}{\Delta T_f \times W_1}$
Substituting the values:
$M_2 = \frac{1000 \times 1.86 \times 15}{0.75 \times 200}$
$M_2 = \frac{27900}{150} = 186 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
155
MediumMCQ
What is the unit of cryoscopic constant?
A
$K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
B
$K \ kg \ mol^{3}$
C
$K \ kg \ mol$
D
$K \ kg \ dm^{-3}$

Solution

(A) The cryoscopic constant $(K_f)$,also known as the molal freezing point depression constant,is defined by the equation: $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $\Delta T_f$ is the depression in freezing point $(K)$ and $m$ is the molality $(mol \ kg^{-1})$.
Rearranging for $K_f$,we get: $K_f = \frac{\Delta T_f}{m} = \frac{K}{mol \ kg^{-1}} = K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
156
MediumMCQ
What is the mass of solute having molar mass $60 \ g \ mol^{-1}$ when dissolved in $98 \ g$ of solvent decreases its freezing point by $0.2 \ K$ (in $g$)? (The numerical value of cryoscopic constant of solvent is $1.71 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$0.5$
B
$1.5$
C
$0.687$
D
$2.0$

Solution

(C) The formula for depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$.
Here,$\Delta T_f = 0.2 \ K$,$K_f = 1.71 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$,$M_B = 60 \ g \ mol^{-1}$,and $W_A = 98 \ g$.
The molality $m$ is given by $\frac{W_B \times 1000}{M_B \times W_A}$.
Substituting the values: $0.2 = 1.71 \times \frac{W_B \times 1000}{60 \times 98}$.
Solving for $W_B$: $W_B = \frac{0.2 \times 60 \times 98}{1.71 \times 1000} = \frac{1176}{1710} \approx 0.687 \ g$.
157
MediumMCQ
What is the molar mass of a solute when $5 \ g$ of solute dissolved in $70 \ g$ of solvent lowers its freezing point by $2.5 \ K$? Given $K_f = 3.5 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
A
$100 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
B
$120 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
C
$160 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
D
$140 \ g \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(A) The formula for freezing point depression is $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $m$ is the molality of the solution.
Molality $m = \frac{w_2 \times 1000}{M_2 \times w_1}$,where $w_2 = 5 \ g$ (solute mass),$w_1 = 70 \ g$ (solvent mass),and $M_2$ is the molar mass of the solute.
Substituting the values: $2.5 = 3.5 \times \frac{5 \times 1000}{M_2 \times 70}$.
$M_2 = \frac{3.5 \times 5 \times 1000}{2.5 \times 70} = \frac{17500}{175} = 100 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
158
MediumMCQ
Calculate the molality of a solution having freezing point depression $3.6 \ K$ and freezing point depression constant $4.8 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
A
$0.3 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
B
$0.9 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
C
$0.75 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
D
$0.5 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$

Solution

(C) The formula for freezing point depression is given by: $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$
Where $\Delta T_{f}$ is the freezing point depression,$K_{f}$ is the freezing point depression constant,and $m$ is the molality.
Given: $\Delta T_{f} = 3.6 \ K$ and $K_{f} = 4.8 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Substituting the values in the formula: $3.6 = 4.8 \times m$
$m = \frac{3.6}{4.8} = 0.75 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
159
MediumMCQ
Calculate the molar mass of the solute when $1.5 \ g$ of a non-volatile solute is dissolved in $100 \ mL$ of a solvent having a density of $0.8 \ g \ mL^{-1}$,which lowers its freezing point by $0.75 \ K$. (Freezing point depression constant for the solvent is $5 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$).
A
$125 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
B
$110 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
C
$100 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
D
$75 \ g \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(A) The formula for freezing point depression is $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $m$ is the molality of the solution.
The mass of the solvent $(W_A)$ is calculated as: $W_A = \text{density} \times \text{volume} = 0.8 \ g \ mL^{-1} \times 100 \ mL = 80 \ g$.
Substituting the given values into the formula: $\Delta T_f = K_f \times \frac{W_B}{M_B} \times \frac{1000}{W_A(g)}$.
$0.75 = 5 \times \frac{1.5}{M_B} \times \frac{1000}{80}$.
$0.75 = 5 \times \frac{1.5}{M_B} \times 12.5$.
$M_B = \frac{5 \times 1.5 \times 12.5}{0.75} = \frac{93.75}{0.75} = 125 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
160
EasyMCQ
What is the relation between the depression in freezing point and the molar mass of a non-volatile solute?
A
$M_2 = \frac{1000 \cdot K_f \cdot W_1}{\Delta T_f \cdot W_2}$
B
$M_2 = \frac{\Delta T_f \cdot W_1}{1000 \cdot K_f \cdot W_2}$
C
$M_2 = \frac{1000 \cdot \Delta T_f \cdot W_2}{K_f \cdot W_1}$
D
$M_2 = \frac{1000 \cdot K_f \cdot W_2}{\Delta T_f \cdot W_1}$

Solution

(D) The depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$ is given by the formula: $\Delta T_f = K_f \cdot m$,where $m$ is the molality of the solution.
Molality $(m)$ is defined as the number of moles of solute $(n_2)$ per kilogram of solvent $(W_1 \text{ in grams})$: $m = \frac{W_2 \cdot 1000}{M_2 \cdot W_1}$.
Substituting this into the depression in freezing point equation: $\Delta T_f = K_f \cdot \frac{W_2 \cdot 1000}{M_2 \cdot W_1}$.
Rearranging the formula to solve for the molar mass of the solute $(M_2)$: $M_2 = \frac{1000 \cdot K_f \cdot W_2}{\Delta T_f \cdot W_1}$.
161
EasyMCQ
Find the freezing point depression of a solution having molality $0.25 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$. $(K_{f} = 4.0 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1})$ (in $K$)
A
$2.5$
B
$3.0$
C
$2.0$
D
$1.0$

Solution

(D) The formula for freezing point depression is $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$.
Given:
Molality $(m) = 0.25 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
Cryoscopic constant $(K_{f}) = 4.0 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
Calculation:
$\Delta T_{f} = 4.0 \times 0.25 = 1.0 \ K$
Thus,the freezing point depression is $1.0 \ K$.
162
EasyMCQ
Calculate the freezing point of a $0.05 \ m$ aqueous solution of a non-electrolyte. (in $K$)
A
$186$
B
$272.9$
C
$93$
D
$278$

Solution

(B) The depression in freezing point is given by the formula: $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$.
Given $K_f = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$ for water and molality $m = 0.05 \ m$.
$\Delta T_f = 1.86 \times 0.05 = 0.093 \ K$.
The freezing point of the solution $T_f$ is calculated as: $T_f = T_f^{\circ} - \Delta T_f$.
Since the freezing point of pure water $T_f^{\circ} = 273 \ K$,we have: $T_f = 273 - 0.093 = 272.907 \ K \approx 272.9 \ K$.
163
MediumMCQ
Which among the following equations represents the relation between the cryoscopic constant,depression in freezing point,and molality?
A
$K_f = \frac{m}{\Delta T_f}$
B
$K_f = \Delta T_f \times m$
C
$K_f = \frac{\Delta T_f}{m}$
D
$K_f = \frac{1}{\Delta T_f \times m}$

Solution

(C) The depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$ is directly proportional to the molality $(m)$ of the solution.
$\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$
Where $K_f$ is the cryoscopic constant (molal depression constant).
Rearranging the equation to solve for $K_f$ gives:
$K_f = \frac{\Delta T_f}{m}$
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.
164
EasyMCQ
Calculate the cryoscopic constant $(K_f)$ when $0.8 \ g$ of a non-volatile solute with a molar mass of $64 \ g \ mol^{-1}$ is dissolved in $43 \ g$ of a solvent,lowering the freezing point by $0.34 \ K$.
A
$2.5 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
B
$2.0 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
C
$0.85 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
D
$1.17 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(D) The formula for freezing point depression is $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $m$ is the molality of the solution.
Molality $m = \frac{\text{moles of solute}}{\text{mass of solvent in kg}} = \frac{0.8 \ g / 64 \ g \ mol^{-1}}{43 \ g / 1000} = \frac{0.0125 \ mol}{0.043 \ kg} \approx 0.2907 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
Given $\Delta T_f = 0.34 \ K$,we have $0.34 = K_f \times 0.2907$.
$K_f = \frac{0.34}{0.2907} \approx 1.169 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Rounding to two decimal places,$K_f \approx 1.17 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
165
EasyMCQ
Identify the concentration of the solution from the following such that the values of $\Delta T_{f}$ and $K_{f}$ are the same.
A
$1 \ M$
B
$1 \ m$
C
$\frac{N}{10}$
D
$1 \ N$

Solution

(B) The formula for the depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$,where $m$ is the molality of the solution.
Given that $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f}$,we can substitute this into the equation: $K_{f} = K_{f} \times m$.
Dividing both sides by $K_{f}$,we get $m = 1$.
Therefore,the concentration of the solution must be $1 \ m$ (molal).
166
EasyMCQ
What is the molality of a solution that has a freezing point depression of $3 \ K$ and a freezing point depression constant of $5 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$ (in $m$)?
A
$0.6$
B
$0.85$
C
$0.7$
D
$0.5$

Solution

(A) The formula for freezing point depression is $\Delta T_f = K_f \cdot m$.
Given: $\Delta T_f = 3 \ K$ and $K_f = 5 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Substituting the values into the equation: $3 = 5 \cdot m$.
Solving for molality $(m)$: $m = \frac{3}{5} = 0.6 \ m$.
167
MediumMCQ
What is the cryoscopic constant of water if $5 \ g$ of glucose in $100 \ g$ of water causes a depression in freezing point of $2.15 \ K$? (Molar mass of glucose $= 180 \ g \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$7.74 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
B
$0.52 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
C
$1.32 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
D
$3.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(A) The formula for depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_f = K_f \cdot m$.
First,calculate the molality $(m)$ of the solution:
$m = \frac{\text{moles of solute}}{\text{mass of solvent in } kg} = \frac{5 \ g / 180 \ g \ mol^{-1}}{0.1 \ kg} = \frac{5}{18} \ mol \ kg^{-1} \approx 0.2778 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
Given $\Delta T_f = 2.15 \ K$.
Substituting the values into the formula: $2.15 = K_f \cdot (5/18)$.
$K_f = \frac{2.15 \times 18}{5} = 7.74 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
168
MediumMCQ
If $6 \ g$ of solute dissolved in $100 \ g$ of water lowers the freezing point by $0.93 \ K$. What is the molar mass of the solute? $(K_{f} = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1})$
A
$120 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
B
$60 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
C
$90 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
D
$180 \ g \ mol^{-1}$

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 $m = \frac{\text{moles of solute}}{\text{mass of solvent in kg}} = \frac{6 / M}{100 / 1000} = \frac{6}{M} \times 10 = \frac{60}{M} \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
Given $\Delta T_{f} = 0.93 \ K$ and $K_{f} = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Substituting the values: $0.93 = 1.86 \times \frac{60}{M}$.
$M = \frac{1.86 \times 60}{0.93} = 2 \times 60 = 120 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
169
MediumMCQ
The molal depression constant for a liquid is $2.77^{\circ} C \ kg \ mol^{-1}$. What is its value on the Kelvin scale?
A
$275.77 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
B
$271.77 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
C
$2.77 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
D
$27.7 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(C) The molal depression constant $(K_f)$ is defined as the depression in freezing point for a $1 \ molal$ solution.
Since $K_f = \frac{\Delta T_f}{m}$,the unit involves a temperature difference.
$A$ temperature difference of $1^{\circ} C$ is equivalent to a temperature difference of $1 \ K$.
Therefore,the numerical value of the molal depression constant remains the same when expressed in $K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Thus,$2.77^{\circ} C \ kg \ mol^{-1} = 2.77 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
170
MediumMCQ
Which of the following formulae is used to calculate the depression in freezing point?
A
$ \Delta T_{f} = \frac{T_{f}^{\circ}}{T_{f}} $
B
$ \Delta T_{f} = T_{f}^{\circ} - T_{f} $
C
$ \Delta T_{f} = T_{f} - T_{f}^{\circ} $
D
$ \Delta T_{f} = \frac{T_{f}}{T_{f}^{\circ}} $

Solution

(B) The depression in freezing point $( \Delta T_{f} )$ is defined as the difference between the freezing point of the pure solvent $( T_{f}^{\circ} )$ and the freezing point of the solution $( T_{f} )$.
Therefore,the correct formula is $ \Delta T_{f} = T_{f}^{\circ} - T_{f} $.
171
MediumMCQ
$5 \ g$ sucrose (molar mass $= 342 \ g \ mol^{-1}$) is dissolved in $100 \ g$ of solvent,decreasing the freezing point by $2.15 \ K$. What is the cryoscopic constant $(K_{f})$ of the solvent?
A
$14.7 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
B
$2.15 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
C
$4.30 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
D
$7.35 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(A) The formula for depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \cdot m$.
First,calculate the molality $(m)$ of the solution:
$m = \frac{\text{moles of solute}}{\text{mass of solvent in kg}} = \frac{5 / 342}{0.1 \ kg} = \frac{50}{342} \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
Now,substitute the values into the depression in freezing point equation:
$2.15 = K_{f} \cdot \frac{50}{342}$.
Solving for $K_{f}$:
$K_{f} = \frac{2.15 \times 342}{50} = 14.7 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
172
EasyMCQ
What is the freezing point of a $1 \ molal$ aqueous solution of a non-volatile solute (in $^{\circ} C$)? $(K_{f} = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}, T_{f}^{\circ} \text{ for water } = 0^{\circ} C)$
A
$-0.93$
B
$-2.43$
C
$-3.72$
D
$-1.86$

Solution

(D) The depression in freezing point is given by the formula: $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \cdot m$
Substituting the given values: $\Delta T_{f} = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1} \times 1 \ mol \ kg^{-1} = 1.86 \ K$
Since the change in temperature in Celsius is the same as in Kelvin,$\Delta T_{f} = 1.86^{\circ} C$
The freezing point of the solution is calculated as: $T_{f} = T_{f}^{\circ} - \Delta T_{f}$
$T_{f} = 0^{\circ} C - 1.86^{\circ} C = -1.86^{\circ} C$
173
MediumMCQ
The solution containing $6 \ g$ urea (molar mass $60$) per $dm^3$ of water and another solution containing $9 \ g$ of solute $A$ per $dm^3$ water freeze at the same temperature. What is the molar mass of $A$?
A
$90$
B
$180$
C
$54$
D
$120$

Solution

(A) Since both solutions freeze at the same temperature,their freezing point depression $(\Delta T_f)$ is equal.
For dilute aqueous solutions,$\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $m$ is the molality.
Since $K_f$ is the same for both,$m_1 = m_2$.
Given $1 \ dm^3$ of water $\approx 1 \ kg$ of water.
Molality $m = \frac{\text{moles of solute}}{\text{mass of solvent in kg}}$.
For urea: $m_1 = \frac{6 \ g / 60 \ g \cdot mol^{-1}}{1 \ kg} = 0.1 \ mol \cdot kg^{-1}$.
For solute $A$: $m_2 = \frac{9 \ g / M_A}{1 \ kg} = \frac{9}{M_A} \ mol \cdot kg^{-1}$.
Equating $m_1 = m_2$: $0.1 = \frac{9}{M_A}$.
Therefore,$M_A = \frac{9}{0.1} = 90 \ g \cdot mol^{-1}$.
174
EasyMCQ
What is the value of $K_{f}$ if $30 \ g$ urea (molar mass $60$) dissolved in $0.5 \ dm^{3}$ of water decreases the freezing point by $0.15^{\circ}C$?
A
$0.15 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
B
$0.030 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
C
$0.30 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
D
$0.015 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$

Solution

(A) Mass of water $= 0.5 \ dm^{3} = 0.5 \ kg$
Moles of urea $= \frac{30 \ g}{60 \ g \ mol^{-1}} = 0.5 \ mol$
Molality $(m) = \frac{\text{moles of solute}}{\text{mass of solvent in kg}} = \frac{0.5 \ mol}{0.5 \ kg} = 1 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$
The formula for freezing point depression is $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$
Given $\Delta T_{f} = 0.15 \ K$
$K_{f} = \frac{\Delta T_{f}}{m} = \frac{0.15 \ K}{1 \ mol \ kg^{-1}} = 0.15 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
175
EasyMCQ
Identify the correct relation between depression in freezing point and the freezing point of a pure solvent.
A
$T^{\circ} = T \times \Delta T_{f}$
B
$T^{\circ} = \Delta T_{f} - T$
C
$T^{\circ} = T - \Delta T_{f}$
D
$T^{\circ} = \Delta T_{f} + T$

Solution

(D) The depression in freezing point is defined as the difference between the freezing point of the pure solvent and the freezing point of the solution.
$\Delta T_{f} = T^{\circ} - T$
Rearranging the equation to solve for the freezing point of the pure solvent $(T^{\circ})$:
$T^{\circ} = \Delta T_{f} + T$
Where:
$T^{\circ} = \text{freezing point of pure solvent}$
$T = \text{freezing point of solution}$
$\Delta T_{f} = \text{depression in freezing point}$
176
MediumMCQ
Dissolution of $1.5 \ g$ of a non-volatile solute (mol. wt. $= 60$) in $250 \ g$ of a solvent reduces its freezing point by $0.01 \ ^{\circ}C$. Find the molal depression constant of the solvent.
A
$0.01$
B
$0.001$
C
$0.0001$
D
$0.1$

Solution

(D) The formula for depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_{f} = k_{f} \times m$.
First,calculate the molality $(m)$:
$m = \frac{\text{mass of solute} \times 1000}{\text{molar mass of solute} \times \text{mass of solvent in g}} = \frac{1.5 \times 1000}{60 \times 250} = 0.1 \ m$.
Given $\Delta T_{f} = 0.01 \ ^{\circ}C$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$0.01 = k_{f} \times 0.1$.
Therefore,$k_{f} = \frac{0.01}{0.1} = 0.1 \ ^{\circ}C \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
177
EasyMCQ
The freezing point depression of $645 \ g$ of an aqueous solution of ethylene glycol $(C_2H_6O_2)$ is $2.25 \ K$. Find the weight of ethylene glycol in the solution. $[K_f = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1} ; H = 1, C = 12, O = 16 \ amu]$ (in $g$)
A
$45.0$
B
$42.50$
C
$48.375$
D
$50$

Solution

(A) $1$. Molar Mass Calculation:
The molecular formula of ethylene glycol is $C_2H_6O_2$.
Molar Mass $(M_2) = (2 \times 12) + (6 \times 1) + (2 \times 16) = 62 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
$2$. Setup:
Let the mass of ethylene glycol (solute) be $w_2 \ g$.
Total mass of solution = $645 \ g$.
Mass of water (solvent),$w_1 = (645 - w_2) \ g$.
Given: $\Delta T_f = 2.25 \ K$ and $K_f = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
$3$. Calculation:
Using the freezing point depression formula: $\Delta T_f = \frac{K_f \times w_2 \times 1000}{M_2 \times w_1}$.
Substituting the values: $2.25 = \frac{1.86 \times w_2 \times 1000}{62 \times (645 - w_2)}$.
$2.25 = \frac{30 \times w_2}{645 - w_2}$.
$2.25(645 - w_2) = 30w_2$.
$1451.25 - 2.25w_2 = 30w_2$.
$1451.25 = 32.25w_2$.
$w_2 = \frac{1451.25}{32.25} = 45 \ g$.
178
EasyMCQ
Under identical conditions,which aqueous solutions have the same freezing point? (Molecular mass of urea $= 60 \ u$ and glucose $= 180 \ u$)
A
$10 \ g$ urea in $100 \ g \ H_2O$ and $5 \ g$ glucose in $100 \ g \ H_2O$
B
$6 \ g$ urea in $100 \ g \ H_2O$ and $18 \ g$ glucose in $100 \ g \ H_2O$
C
$5 \ g$ urea in $100 \ g \ H_2O$ and $10 \ g$ glucose in $100 \ g \ H_2O$
D
$10 \ g$ urea in $100 \ g \ H_2O$ and $10 \ g$ glucose in $100 \ g \ H_2O$

Solution

(B) The freezing point depression $\Delta T_f$ is a colligative property,which depends on the molality $(m)$ of the solution. $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$. For the freezing points to be equal,the molality of the two solutions must be equal.
Molality $m = \frac{\text{moles of solute}}{\text{mass of solvent in kg}}$.
For option $B$:
Moles of urea $= \frac{6 \ g}{60 \ g/mol} = 0.1 \ mol$.
Moles of glucose $= \frac{18 \ g}{180 \ g/mol} = 0.1 \ mol$.
Since the mass of the solvent $(100 \ g \ H_2O)$ is the same for both,and the number of moles of solute is the same $(0.1 \ mol)$,the molality of both solutions is identical.
Therefore,they will have the same freezing point.
179
EasyMCQ
$1.00 \text{ g}$ of a non-electrolyte solute dissolved in $50 \text{ g}$ of benzene lowered the freezing point of benzene by $0.40 \text{ K}$. The freezing point depression constant of benzene is $5.12 \text{ K kg mol}^{-1}$. Find the molar mass of the solute.
A
$280 \text{ g mol}^{-1}$
B
$356 \text{ g mol}^{-1}$
C
$562 \text{ g mol}^{-1}$
D
$256 \text{ g mol}^{-1}$

Solution

(D) Given: $w_2 = 1.00 \text{ g}$,$w_1 = 50 \text{ g}$,$\Delta T_f = 0.40 \text{ K}$,$K_f = 5.12 \text{ K kg mol}^{-1}$.
Using the formula: $\Delta T_f = \frac{K_f \times w_2 \times 1000}{M_2 \times w_1}$
Rearranging for $M_2$: $M_2 = \frac{K_f \times w_2 \times 1000}{\Delta T_f \times w_1}$
Substituting the values: $M_2 = \frac{5.12 \times 1.00 \times 1000}{0.40 \times 50}$
$M_2 = \frac{5120}{20} = 256 \text{ g mol}^{-1}$.
180
MediumMCQ
Which of the following aqueous solutions has the highest freezing point?
A
$0.1 \ M$ Sucrose
B
$0.01 \ M \ NaCl$
C
$0.1 \ M \ NaCl$
D
$0.01 \ M \ Na_2SO_4$

Solution

(B) The freezing point depression is given by $\Delta T_f = i \cdot K_f \cdot m$.
The freezing point of the solution is $T_f = T_f^\circ - \Delta T_f$.
For the highest freezing point,$\Delta T_f$ must be minimum,which implies that the product $i \cdot M$ must be minimum.
$(A)$ For $0.1 \ M$ Sucrose,$i = 1$,$i \cdot M = 1 \times 0.1 = 0.1$.
$(B)$ For $0.01 \ M \ NaCl$,$i = 2$,$i \cdot M = 2 \times 0.01 = 0.02$.
$(C)$ For $0.1 \ M \ NaCl$,$i = 2$,$i \cdot M = 2 \times 0.1 = 0.2$.
$(D)$ For $0.01 \ M \ Na_2SO_4$,$i = 3$,$i \cdot M = 3 \times 0.01 = 0.03$.
Since $0.01 \ M \ NaCl$ has the lowest $i \cdot M$ value,it has the highest freezing point.
181
MediumMCQ
In countries nearer to the polar region,the roads are sprinkled with $CaCl_{2}$. This is
A
to minimise the wear and tear of the roads
B
to minimise the snow fall
C
to minimise pollution
D
to minimise the accumulation of dust on the road

Solution

(A) In countries nearer to the polar region,the roads are sprinkled with $CaCl_{2}$ because $CaCl_{2}$ acts as a freezing point depressant.
It lowers the freezing point of water,which helps in melting the ice on the roads,thereby preventing ice formation and minimizing the wear and tear of the roads.
182
MediumMCQ
$A$ solution containing $7.5 \ g$ of urea (molar mass $= 60 \ g \ mol^{-1}$) in $1 \ kg$ of water freezes at the same temperature as another solution containing $15 \ g$ of solute $X$,in the same amount of water. The molar mass of $X \ (g \ mol^{-1})$ is
A
$60$
B
$180$
C
$120$
D
$240$

Solution

(C) The depression in freezing point is given by $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $m$ is the molality of the solution.
Since both solutions have the same freezing point and the same amount of solvent ($1 \ kg$ of water),their molalities must be equal.
Molality $m = \frac{\text{moles of solute}}{\text{mass of solvent in kg}}$.
For urea: $\text{moles} = \frac{7.5 \ g}{60 \ g \ mol^{-1}} = 0.125 \ mol$.
For solute $X$: $\text{moles} = \frac{15 \ g}{M_X}$,where $M_X$ is the molar mass of $X$.
Equating the moles (since solvent mass is the same): $0.125 = \frac{15}{M_X}$.
$M_X = \frac{15}{0.125} = 120 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
183
MediumMCQ
$1.95 \ g$ of non-volatile and non-electrolyte solute dissolved in $100 \ g$ of benzene lowered the freezing point of it by $0.64 \ K$. The molar mass of the solute (in $g \ mol^{-1}$) is: $(K_{f}(C_6H_6) = 5.12 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1})$
A
$240$
B
$156$
C
$165$
D
$265$

Solution

(B) The formula for freezing point depression 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: $\Delta T_{f} = 0.64 \ K$,$w_{solute} = 1.95 \ g$,$w_{solvent} = 100 \ g$,$K_{f} = 5.12 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Substituting the values: $0.64 = 5.12 \times \frac{1.95 \times 1000}{M_{solute} \times 100}$.
$0.64 = 5.12 \times \frac{19.5}{M_{solute}}$.
$M_{solute} = \frac{5.12 \times 19.5}{0.64}$.
$M_{solute} = 8 \times 19.5 = 156 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
184
MediumMCQ
An aqueous solution containing $0.2 \ g$ of a non-volatile solute '$A$' in $21.5 \ g$ of water freezes at $272.814 \ K$. If the freezing point of water is $273.16 \ K$,the molar mass (in $g \ mol^{-1}$) of solute '$A$' is $[K_f(H_2O) = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}]$
A
$80$
B
$75$
C
$100$
D
$50$

Solution

(D) The depression in freezing point is given by $\Delta T_f = T_f^{\circ} - T_f = 273.16 \ K - 272.814 \ K = 0.346 \ K$.
The formula for depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $m$ is the molality.
Molality $m = \frac{w_A \times 1000}{M_A \times w_{solvent}}$,where $w_A = 0.2 \ g$ and $w_{solvent} = 21.5 \ g$.
Substituting the values: $0.346 = 1.86 \times \frac{0.2 \times 1000}{M_A \times 21.5}$.
$M_A = \frac{1.86 \times 0.2 \times 1000}{0.346 \times 21.5} = \frac{372}{7.439} \approx 50 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
Thus,the molar mass of solute '$A$' is $50 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
185
DifficultMCQ
Elements $X$ and $Y$ form two non-volatile compounds ($XY$ and $XY_3$). When $10 \ g$ of $XY$ is dissolved in $50 \ g$ of ethanol,the depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_{f})$ is $5.333 \ K$. When $10 \ g$ of $XY_3$ is dissolved in $50 \ g$ of ethanol,the $\Delta T_{f}$ is $2.2857 \ K$. What are the atomic weights of $X$ and $Y$ respectively? $(K_{f} = 2 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1})$
A
$50 \ u, 50 \ u$
B
$25 \ u, 25 \ u$
C
$75 \ u, 100 \ u$
D
$25 \ u, 50 \ u$

Solution

(D) The formula for depression in freezing point is $\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$,where $m$ is the molality.
Molality $m = \frac{W_{solute} \times 1000}{M_{solute} \times W_{solvent} \text{ (in g)}}$.
For $XY$: $5.333 = 2 \times \frac{10 \times 1000}{M_{XY} \times 50} \implies M_{XY} = \frac{20000}{5.333 \times 50} \approx 75 \ g/mol$.
So,$X + Y = 75$ (Equation $1$).
For $XY_3$: $2.2857 = 2 \times \frac{10 \times 1000}{M_{XY_3} \times 50} \implies M_{XY_3} = \frac{20000}{2.2857 \times 50} \approx 175 \ g/mol$.
So,$X + 3Y = 175$ (Equation $2$).
Subtracting Equation $1$ from Equation $2$: $(X + 3Y) - (X + Y) = 175 - 75 \implies 2Y = 100 \implies Y = 50 \ u$.
Substituting $Y = 50$ in Equation $1$: $X + 50 = 75 \implies X = 25 \ u$.
The atomic weights are $X = 25 \ u$ and $Y = 50 \ u$.
186
EasyMCQ
Molal depression constant $(K_{f})$ is dependent on
A
Nature of solvent
B
Nature of solute
C
Number of moles of solvent
D
Number of moles of solute

Solution

(A) The molal depression constant $(K_{f})$,also known as the cryoscopic constant,is defined by the relation $K_{f} = \frac{R \cdot M_{solvent} \cdot T_{f}^{2}}{1000 \cdot \Delta H_{fus}}$.
Since $R$,$M_{solvent}$ (molar mass of solvent),and $\Delta H_{fus}$ (enthalpy of fusion of solvent) are properties specific to the solvent,the value of $K_{f}$ depends solely on the nature of the solvent.
187
MediumMCQ
What is the depression of freezing point,when mole fraction of non-electrolyte solute in aqueous solution is $0.01$ (in $K$)? ($K_f$ of $H_2O = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$1.246$
B
$1.380$
C
$1.528$
D
$1.043$

Solution

(D) The depression in freezing point is given by $\Delta T_f = m \times K_f$,where $m$ is the molality of the solution.
Molality $m = \frac{n_2}{w_1 (\text{in } kg)}$,where $n_2$ is the moles of solute and $w_1$ is the mass of solvent in $kg$.
Given the mole fraction of solute $x_2 = 0.01$,we have $x_2 = \frac{n_2}{n_1 + n_2} \approx \frac{n_2}{n_1} = 0.01$,where $n_1$ is the moles of water.
For $1 \ kg$ of water $(w_1 = 1 \ kg)$,$n_1 = \frac{1000 \ g}{18 \ g \ mol^{-1}} = 55.55 \ mol$.
Thus,$n_2 = 0.01 \times 55.55 \ mol = 0.5555 \ mol$.
Now,$m = \frac{0.5555 \ mol}{1 \ kg} = 0.5555 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
$\Delta T_f = 0.5555 \ mol \ kg^{-1} \times 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1} = 1.0332 \ K \approx 1.043 \ K$ (considering standard approximations).
188
DifficultMCQ
At $T$ $(K)$,$x \ g$ of a non-volatile solid (molar mass $78 \ g \ mol^{-1}$) when added to $0.5 \ kg$ water,lowered its freezing point by $1.0^{\circ} C$. What is $x$ (in $g$)? ($K_{f}$ of water at $T$ $(K)$ = $1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$10.48$
B
$20.96$
C
$41.92$
D
$5.24$

Solution

(B) Depression in freezing point is a colligative property,which depends on the molality of the solution.
$\Delta T_{f} = K_{f} \times m$
Where $\Delta T_{f} = 1.0 \ K$,$K_{f} = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$,and $m = \frac{x / 78}{0.5 \ kg}$.
Substituting the values: $1.0 = 1.86 \times \frac{x}{78 \times 0.5}$.
$1.0 = 1.86 \times \frac{x}{39}$.
$x = \frac{39}{1.86} \approx 20.96 \ g$.
189
EasyMCQ
$0.05 \ mol$ of a non-volatile solute is dissolved in $500 \ g$ of water. What is the depression in freezing point of the resultant solution (in $K$)? $(K_f(H_2O) = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1})$
A
$0.047$
B
$0.372$
C
$0.093$
D
$0.186$

Solution

(D) Given: $n = 0.05 \ mol$
Weight of solvent $(W) = 500 \ g = 0.5 \ kg$
$K_f = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
Depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f) = ?$
Molality $(m) = \frac{\text{Number of moles of solute}}{\text{Weight of solvent in } kg} = \frac{0.05}{0.5} = 0.1 \ m$
Using the formula: $\Delta T_f = m \times K_f$
$\Delta T_f = 0.1 \times 1.86 = 0.186 \ K$
190
MediumMCQ
Which of the following solutions has the highest freezing point?
A
$0.1 \ mol \ KCl$ in $1 \ kg$ water
B
$0.1 \ mol \ K_2SO_4$ in $1 \ kg$ water
C
$0.1 \ mol$ Urea in $1 \ kg$ water
D
$30 \ g$ of glucose in $1 \ kg$ water

Solution

(C) The freezing point depression is a colligative property,given by the formula $\Delta T_f = i \cdot K_f \cdot m$,where $i$ is the van't Hoff factor and $m$ is the molality.
Freezing point $T_f = T_f^0 - \Delta T_f$. To have the highest freezing point,the depression $\Delta T_f$ must be the minimum.
$1$. For $0.1 \ mol \ KCl$: $i = 2$,$m = 0.1$,so $\Delta T_f \propto 2 \times 0.1 = 0.2$.
$2$. For $0.1 \ mol \ K_2SO_4$: $i = 3$,$m = 0.1$,so $\Delta T_f \propto 3 \times 0.1 = 0.3$.
$3$. For $0.1 \ mol$ Urea: $i = 1$,$m = 0.1$,so $\Delta T_f \propto 1 \times 0.1 = 0.1$.
$4$. For $30 \ g$ Glucose $(M = 180 \ g/mol)$: $m = \frac{30}{180} = 0.167 \ mol/kg$,$i = 1$,so $\Delta T_f \propto 1 \times 0.167 = 0.167$.
Comparing the values,the minimum $\Delta T_f$ is for $0.1 \ mol$ Urea. Thus,it has the highest freezing point.
191
EasyMCQ
The freezing point depression of a solution containing $0.6 \ g$ of urea (molar mass $= 60 \ g \ mol^{-1}$) in $100 \ mL$ of benzene (in $K$) is ($K_f$ of benzene $= 4.0 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$).
A
$0.3$
B
$0.58$
C
$0.4$
D
$0.24$

Solution

(C) Given: $\text{Mass of urea} = 0.6 \ g$
$\text{Molar mass of urea} = 60 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
$K_f \text{ of benzene} = 4.0 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
$\text{Volume of benzene} = 100 \ mL$.
Assuming the density of benzene is $1 \ g \ mL^{-1}$,the mass of the solvent is $100 \ g = 0.1 \ kg$.
$\text{Moles of urea} = \frac{0.6 \ g}{60 \ g \ mol^{-1}} = 0.01 \ mol$.
$\text{Molality } (m) = \frac{\text{moles of solute}}{\text{mass of solvent in kg}} = \frac{0.01 \ mol}{0.1 \ kg} = 0.1 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$.
$\text{Freezing point depression } (\Delta T_f) = K_f \times m = 4.0 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1} \times 0.1 \ mol \ kg^{-1} = 0.4 \ K$.
Therefore,option $C$ is correct.
192
MediumMCQ
$1.8 \ g$ of glucose (molar mass $180 \ g \ mol^{-1}$) is dissolved in $0.1 \ kg$ of water. The freezing point of the solution (in $^{\circ}C$) is ($K_f$ for water $= 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$+0.186$
B
$-0.372$
C
$-0.186$
D
$+0.372$

Solution

(C) Depression in freezing point is given as $\Delta T_f = i \times K_f \times m$.
Here,$i = 1$ (for glucose,a non-electrolyte).
$K_f = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Molality $(m)$ is calculated as:
$m = \frac{\text{mass of solute}}{\text{molar mass of solute}} \times \frac{1}{\text{mass of solvent in kg}} = \frac{1.8 \ g}{180 \ g \ mol^{-1}} \times \frac{1}{0.1 \ kg} = 0.01 \ mol \times 10 \ kg^{-1} = 0.1 \ m$.
Now,$\Delta T_f = 1 \times 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1} \times 0.1 \ m = 0.186 \ K$ (or $0.186^{\circ}C$).
Freezing point of solution = Freezing point of pure solvent - $\Delta T_f$.
Freezing point of solution = $0^{\circ}C - 0.186^{\circ}C = -0.186^{\circ}C$.
193
MediumMCQ
The depression in freezing point of a solution of molality $0.01 \ mol \ kg^{-1}$ is highest with respect to which of the following solvents? (The $K_f$ value is given in brackets)
A
Water $(1.86)$
B
Benzene $(5.12)$
C
Carbon tetrachloride $(31.8)$
D
Cyclohexane $(20.0)$

Solution

(C) The depression in freezing point is given by the formula: $\Delta T_f = i \times K_f \times m$.
Since the molality $(m = 0.01 \ mol \ kg^{-1})$ is constant and the van't Hoff factor $(i)$ is $1$ for non-electrolytic solutes in these solvents,the depression in freezing point is directly proportional to the cryoscopic constant $(K_f)$: $\Delta T_f \propto K_f$.
Comparing the given $K_f$ values:
Water: $1.86$
Benzene: $5.12$
Carbon tetrachloride: $31.8$
Cyclohexane: $20.0$
Since carbon tetrachloride has the highest $K_f$ value $(31.8)$,the depression in freezing point will be the highest for this solvent.
194
MediumMCQ
$2 \ g$ of a non-electrolyte solute (molar mass is $500 \ g \ mol^{-1}$) was dissolved in $57.3 \ g$ of xylene. If the freezing point depression constant $K_f$ of xylene is $4.3 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$,then the depression in freezing point of xylene is.......... (in $K$)
A
$57.3$
B
$0.3$
C
$4.3$
D
$0.002$

Solution

(B) The formula for freezing point depression is $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $m$ is the molality of the solution.
Molality $m = \frac{w_1 \times 1000}{m_1 \times w_2}$,where $w_1$ is the mass of solute,$m_1$ is the molar mass of solute,and $w_2$ is the mass of solvent in grams.
Given: $w_1 = 2 \ g$,$m_1 = 500 \ g \ mol^{-1}$,$w_2 = 57.3 \ g$,$K_f = 4.3 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Substituting the values: $\Delta T_f = 4.3 \times \frac{2 \times 1000}{500 \times 57.3}$.
$\Delta T_f = 4.3 \times \frac{2000}{28650} = 4.3 \times 0.0698 \approx 0.3 \ K$.
195
DifficultMCQ
The mass of ascorbic acid $(C_6H_8O_6)$ to be dissolved in $100 \ g$ of acetic acid to lower its freezing point by $1.5^{\circ}C$ in $g$ is: (Given: $K_f$ for acetic acid $= 3.9 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$17.6$
B
$8.8$
C
$6.6$
D
$13.2$

Solution

(C) 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.
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 $g$.
Molar mass of ascorbic acid $(C_6H_8O_6) = (6 \times 12) + (8 \times 1) + (6 \times 16) = 72 + 8 + 96 = 176 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
Given: $\Delta T_f = 1.5 \ K$,$K_f = 3.9 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$,$w_1 = 100 \ g$.
Substituting the values: $1.5 = \frac{3.9 \times w_2 \times 1000}{176 \times 100}$.
$1.5 = \frac{39 \times w_2}{176}$.
$w_2 = \frac{1.5 \times 176}{39} = \frac{264}{39} \approx 6.77 \ g$.
Rounding to the nearest provided option,the correct value is $6.6 \ g$.
196
DifficultMCQ
When $36 \ g$ of a non-volatile,non-electrolytic solute having the empirical formula $CH_2O$ is dissolved in $1.2 \ kg$ of water,the solution freezes at $-0.93 \ ^\circ C$. The molecular formula of the solute is ($K_f$ of water $= 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$CH_2O$
B
$C_2H_4O_2$
C
$C_3H_6O_3$
D
$C_4H_8O_4$

Solution

(B) Given: Mass of solute $= 36 \ g$,Mass of solvent $= 1.2 \ kg$,$\Delta T_f = 0.93 \ ^\circ C$,$K_f = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
Using the formula $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $m = \frac{w_2}{M_2 \times w_1(kg)}$.
Substituting the values: $0.93 = \frac{1.86 \times 36}{M_2 \times 1.2}$.
Solving for $M_2$: $M_2 = \frac{1.86 \times 36}{0.93 \times 1.2} = 60 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
Empirical formula mass of $CH_2O = 12 + 2(1) + 16 = 30 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
$n = \frac{\text{Molar mass}}{\text{Empirical formula mass}} = \frac{60}{30} = 2$.
Molecular formula $= n \times (CH_2O) = 2 \times CH_2O = C_2H_4O_2$.
197
MediumMCQ
What is the molar mass (in $g \ mol^{-1}$) of a substance,which forms a $7 \%$ by mass solution in water,which freezes at $-0.93^{\circ} C$? ($K_{f}$ of $H_2O = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$140.4$
B
$150.5$
C
$160.6$
D
$155.5$

Solution

(B) The depression in freezing point is given by $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $m$ is the molality of the solution.
Given $\Delta T_f = 0 - (-0.93) = 0.93 \ K$.
$K_f = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.
For a $7 \%$ by mass solution,$7 \ g$ of solute is present in $93 \ g$ of solvent (water).
Molality $m = \frac{\text{mass of solute}}{\text{molar mass of solute} \times \text{mass of solvent in kg}} = \frac{7}{M \times 0.093}$.
Substituting the values: $0.93 = 1.86 \times \frac{7}{M \times 0.093}$.
$M = \frac{1.86 \times 7}{0.93 \times 0.093} = \frac{2 \times 7}{0.093} = \frac{14}{0.093} \approx 150.53 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
Thus,the molar mass is approximately $150.5 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
198
MediumMCQ
$31 \ g$ of ethylene glycol $(C_2H_6O_2)$ is dissolved in $600 \ g$ of water. The freezing point depression of the solution is ($K_f$ for water is $1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$) (in $K$)
A
$0.77$
B
$1.55$
C
$4.65$
D
$3.10$

Solution

(B) Given:
$W_B$ (mass of ethylene glycol) = $31 \ g$
$W_A$ (mass of water) = $600 \ g$
$K_f$ (for water) = $1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$
$M_B$ (molar mass of $C_2H_6O_2$) = $(2 \times 12) + (6 \times 1) + (2 \times 16) = 62 \ g \ mol^{-1}$
Formula for freezing point depression: $\Delta T_f = K_f \times \frac{W_B}{M_B} \times \frac{1000}{W_A(g)}$
Substituting the values:
$\Delta T_f = \frac{1.86 \times 31 \times 1000}{62 \times 600}$
$\Delta T_f = \frac{1.86 \times 31000}{37200} = \frac{57660}{37200} = 1.55 \ K$
199
MediumMCQ
$6 \ g$ of a non-volatile,non-electrolyte $X$ dissolved in $100 \ g$ of water freezes at $-0.93^{\circ} C$. The molar mass of $X$ in $g \ mol^{-1}$ is ($K_f$ of $H_2O = 1.86 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$)
A
$60$
B
$140$
C
$180$
D
$120$

Solution

(D) The depression in freezing point is given by the formula: $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$
Where $\Delta T_f = T_f^{\circ} - T_f = 0 - (-0.93) = 0.93 \ K$.
Molality $m = \frac{w_2 \times 1000}{M_2 \times w_1}$,where $w_2 = 6 \ g$,$w_1 = 100 \ g$,and $M_2$ is the molar mass of $X$.
Substituting the values: $0.93 = 1.86 \times \frac{6 \times 1000}{M_2 \times 100}$.
$0.93 = \frac{1.86 \times 60}{M_2}$.
$M_2 = \frac{1.86 \times 60}{0.93} = 2 \times 60 = 120 \ g \ mol^{-1}$.
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MediumMCQ
$A$ solvent freezes at $17^{\circ} C$ and it has a latent heat of fusion of $180 \ J \ g^{-1}$. The molal depression constant $(K_{f})$ of the solvent is (in $K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$):
A
$3.88$
B
$3.55$
C
$3.7$
D
$4.77$

Solution

(A) The formula for the molal depression constant is $K_{f} = \frac{R T_{f}^2 M_{solvent}}{1000 \times L_{f}}$,where $L_{f}$ is the latent heat of fusion in $J \ g^{-1}$.
Given: $T_{f} = 17 + 273 = 290 \ K$,$L_{f} = 180 \ J \ g^{-1}$,$R = 8.314 \ J \ K^{-1} \ mol^{-1}$.
Assuming the molar mass of the solvent $(M_{solvent})$ is $1 \ g \ mol^{-1}$ as per the context of the calculation provided:
$K_{f} = \frac{8.314 \times (290)^2 \times 1}{1000 \times 180}$
$K_{f} = \frac{8.314 \times 84100}{180000} = \frac{699207.4}{180000} \approx 3.88 \ K \ kg \ mol^{-1}$.

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