Chemistry-Raoult's Law

NEET Chemistry Raoult's Law MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 12

What happens to the vapour pressure of a solution when a non-volatile solute is added?

A

It decreases.

B

It increases.

C

It remains unchanged.

D

It fluctuates randomly.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The addition of a non-volatile solid to a solvent decreases its vapour pressure, causing the solution to freeze at a lower temperature than that of the pure solvent, as per Raoult's law.

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