Solutions and Colligative Properties - Result Question 67

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38. Given that $\Delta T _f$ is the depression in freezing point of the solvent in a solution of a non-volatile solute of molality, $m$, the quantity $\lim _{m \rightarrow 0}\left(\Delta T _f / m\right)$ is equal to _______.

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 38. $(K_f)$

Solution:

$\lim _{m \rightarrow 0}\left(\frac{\Delta T_f}{m}\right)=K_f$ (Cryoscopic constant)