What is a nonvolatile solute?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for a definition or explanation of a nonvolatile solute, which refers to a substance that does not readily evaporate at normal temperatures and pressures. This concept is often discussed in the context of solutions and their properties, particularly how nonvolatile solutes affect boiling points and vapor pressures of solvents.
Answer
A substance that does not easily vaporize and does not contribute to vapor pressure.
A nonvolatile solute is a substance that does not easily vaporize and therefore does not contribute to the vapor pressure of the solution when dissolved.
Answer for screen readers
A nonvolatile solute is a substance that does not easily vaporize and therefore does not contribute to the vapor pressure of the solution when dissolved.
More Information
Nonvolatile solutes are important in various chemical applications because they influence the boiling point and freezing point of solutions.
Sources
- What is a Nonvolatile Solute? - Video - Study.com - study.com
- 11.5: Phase Equilibrium in Solutions - Nonvolatile Solutes - chem.libretexts.org
- Raoult's Law and non-volatile solutes - Chemguide - chemguide.co.uk
