Question:

Which one of the following 0.06 M aqueous solutions has lowest freezing point?

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\(\Delta T_f = i K_f m\); the solution with the largest van't Hoff factor \(i\) has the lowest freezing point.
Updated On: Nov 4, 2026
  • \(\mathrm{Al_2(SO_4)_3}\)
  • \(\mathrm{C_6H_{12}O_6}\)
  • KI
  • \(\mathrm{K_2SO_4}\)
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

All solutions have the same molarity, so \(\Delta T_f \propto i\).
\(\mathrm{Al_2(SO_4)_3}\to 2Al^{3+} + 3SO_4^{2-}\): \(i = 5\).
KI: \(i = 2\); \(\mathrm{K_2SO_4}\): \(i = 3\); glucose: \(i = 1\) (non-electrolyte).
Largest \(i\) is for \(\mathrm{Al_2(SO_4)_3}\), so it has the largest depression and the lowest freezing point.
Answer: (1) \(\mathrm{Al_2(SO_4)_3}\)
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