Two aqueous solutions are prepared: 1.00 m Na2CO3 and 1.00 m LiCl. Which of the
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Question
Two aqueous solutions are prepared: 1.00 m Na2CO3 and 1.00 m LiCl. Which of the following statements is true?
A) The Na2CO3 solution has a higher osmotic pressure and higher vapor pressure than the LiCl solution.
B) The Na2CO3 solution has a higher osmotic pressure and higher boiling point than the LiCl solution.
C) The Na2CO3 solution has a lower osmotic pressure and lower vapor pressure than the LiCI solution.
D) The Na2CO3 solution has a lower osmotic pressure and higher boiling point than the LiCl solution.
E) None of these statements is true.
Explanation / Answer
B) The Na2CO3 solution has a higher osmotic pressure and higher boiling point than the LiCl solution.