What is kf in freezing point depression?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the term 'kf' which refers to the cryoscopic constant used in the freezing point depression formula. It is a property of the solvent that describes how much the freezing point of a solvent will decrease for a given amount of solute added.
Answer
the molal freezing point depression constant
The final answer is the molal freezing point depression constant.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is the molal freezing point depression constant.
More Information
Kf quantifies how the freezing point of a solvent decreases when a nonvolatile nonionizing solute is dissolved in it.
Tips
Make sure not to confuse Kf (freezing point depression constant) with Kb (boiling point elevation constant).
Sources
- 16.13: Freezing Point Depression - Chemistry LibreTexts - chem.libretexts.org
- How can I calculate freezing point depression of Water? - Socratic - socratic.org
- Cerritos College Chemistry Lab Manual - cerritos.edu
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