A solution is composed of 0.431 mole of glycerin (C3H5(OH)3), which is a nonvolatile solute, in 50.0 g of water (molar mass = 18.02 g/mol). What is the freezing point of the solution? (The freezing point depression constant for water, Kf = 1.86 °C/m) (A) 0.80 °C (B) -8.62 °C (C) -16.0 °C (D) 8.62 °C

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A solution is composed of 0.431 mole of glycerin (C3H5(OH)3), which is a nonvolatile solute, in 50.0 g of water (molar mass =
18.02 g/mol). What is the freezing point of the solution?
(The freezing point depression constant for water, Kf = 1.86 °C/m)
(A) 0.80 °C
(B) -8.62 °C
(C) -16.0 °C
(D) 8.62 °C
Transcribed Image Text:A solution is composed of 0.431 mole of glycerin (C3H5(OH)3), which is a nonvolatile solute, in 50.0 g of water (molar mass = 18.02 g/mol). What is the freezing point of the solution? (The freezing point depression constant for water, Kf = 1.86 °C/m) (A) 0.80 °C (B) -8.62 °C (C) -16.0 °C (D) 8.62 °C
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