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It is more convenient to obtain the molecular mass of an unknown solute by measuring the freezing poSolutions and Colligative Properties Chemistry Question

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It is more convenient to obtain the molecular mass of an unknown solute by measuring the freezing point depression than by measuring the boiling point elevation because

Answer: B

💡 Solution & Explanation

For common solvents like water, the cryoscopic constant ($K_f = 1.86 \text{ K kg mol}^{-1}$) is significantly larger than the ebullioscopic constant ($K_b = 0.52 \text{ K kg mol}^{-1}$). Thus, freezing point depression provides a larger, more easily measurable temperature change for the same concentration. Therefore, correct answer is B.

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