2.7.1 - Relative Lowering of Vapour Pressure
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What is the definition of relative lowering of vapour pressure?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when a solute is added to a solvent.
What does the symbol P0 represent in the vapour pressure equation?
💡 Hint: Recall the conditions of a pure solvent.
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What does the relative lowering of vapour pressure depend on?
💡 Hint: Think about the colligative property characteristics.
Raoult’s Law describes the relationship between vapour pressure and mole fraction. Is this statement true or false?
💡 Hint: Recall the fundamental law that correlates vapour pressure with concentration.
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If 1 mole of glucose (C6H12O6) is dissolved in 2 moles of water, what is the mole fraction of glucose? How does this affect the vapour pressure?
💡 Hint: Use the formula for mole fraction.
Explain how the concept of relative lowering of vapour pressure applies to a saline IV solution. Why is this important for patient care?
💡 Hint: Consider the impact of solute concentration on body fluids.
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