Density of 3 M NaCl solution is . The molality of the solution is :
- (A)1.79 m
- (B)2 m
- (C)3 m
- (D)2.79 m✓ Correct
Answer: (D)
Solution
Take 1 L of the 3 M NaCl solution as the basis.
Mass of this litre of solution: .
Moles of NaCl present: 3 mol, corresponding to .
Mass of water (solvent) in this litre: .
Molality is moles of solute per kilogram of solvent:
The molality of the solution is 2.79 m.
Mass of this litre of solution: .
Moles of NaCl present: 3 mol, corresponding to .
Mass of water (solvent) in this litre: .
Molality is moles of solute per kilogram of solvent:
The molality of the solution is 2.79 m.
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