Chemistry-Colligative Properties

NEET Chemistry Colligative Properties MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 12

When a non-volatile solute is added to a solvent, which colligative property is affected such that it results in the lowering of the solvent's vapor pressure?

A

Boiling point elevation

B

Freezing point depression

C

Osmotic pressure increase

D

Vapor pressure lowering

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

The addition of a non-volatile solute to a solvent results in the lowering of the solvent's vapor pressure, as per Raoult's law, which is a colligative property.

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