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Multiple Choice
What is the freezing point of a 0.050 m FeCl3 solution, assuming complete dissociation and using a freezing point depression constant (Kf) of 1.86°C/m for water?
A
-0.28°C
B
-0.56°C
C
-0.37°C
D
-0.74°C
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Identify the formula for freezing point depression: ΔT_f = i * K_f * m, where ΔT_f is the change in freezing point, i is the van't Hoff factor, K_f is the freezing point depression constant, and m is the molality of the solution.
Determine the van't Hoff factor (i) for FeCl3. Since FeCl3 dissociates into one Fe^3+ ion and three Cl^- ions, i = 1 + 3 = 4.
Substitute the given values into the formula: ΔT_f = 4 * 1.86°C/m * 0.050 m.
Calculate the change in freezing point (ΔT_f) using the substituted values.
Determine the new freezing point by subtracting ΔT_f from the normal freezing point of water (0°C).