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The Depression in Freezing Point is the phenomena that describes why adding a solute to a solvent results in the lowering of the freezing point of the solvent. Check FAQs
ΔTf=kfm
ΔTf - Depression in Freezing Point?kf - Cryoscopic Constant?m - Molality?

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11.9035Edit=6.65Edit1.79Edit
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Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
ΔTf=kfm
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
ΔTf=6.65K*kg/mol1.79mol/kg
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
ΔTf=6.651.79
LAST Step Evaluate
ΔTf=11.9035K

Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent Formula Elements

Variables
Depression in Freezing Point
The Depression in Freezing Point is the phenomena that describes why adding a solute to a solvent results in the lowering of the freezing point of the solvent.
Symbol: ΔTf
Measurement: TemperatureUnit: K
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Cryoscopic Constant
The Cryoscopic Constant is described as the freezing point depression when a mole of non-volatile solute is dissolved in one kg of solvent.
Symbol: kf
Measurement: Cryoscopic ConstantUnit: K*kg/mol
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Molality
Molality is defined as the total number of moles of solute per kilograms of solvent present in the solution.
Symbol: m
Measurement: MolalityUnit: mol/kg
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Other Formulas to find Depression in Freezing Point

​Go Van't Hoff equation for Depression in Freezing Point of electrolyte
ΔTf=ikfm
​Go Depression in Freezing Point given Vapour Pressure
ΔTf=(PoA-PA)[R](Tfp2)PoAΔHfusion
​Go Depression in Freezing Point given Elevation in Boiling Point
ΔTf=ΔHvapΔTb(Tfp2)ΔHfusion(Tbp2)
​Go Depression in Freezing Point given Osmotic Pressure
ΔTf=πVm(Tfp2)TΔHfusion

Other formulas in Depression in Freezing Point category

​Go Molality given Depression in Freezing Point
m=ΔTfkfi
​Go Cryoscopic Constant given Molar Enthalpy of Fusion
kf=[R]TfpTfpMsolvent1000ΔHfusion
​Go Cryoscopic Constant given Latent Heat of Fusion
kf=[R]Tf21000Lfusion
​Go Freezing Point of Solvent given Cryoscopic Constant and Molar Enthalpy of Fusion
Tfp=kf1000ΔHfusion[R]Msolvent

How to Evaluate Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent?

Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent evaluator uses Depression in Freezing Point = Cryoscopic Constant*Molality to evaluate the Depression in Freezing Point, The Depression in Freezing Point of solvent refers to the lowering of the freezing point of solvents upon the addition of solutes. It is a colligative property described by the following formula - ΔTf = Kf× m. Depression in Freezing Point is denoted by ΔTf symbol.

How to evaluate Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent, enter Cryoscopic Constant (kf) & Molality (m) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent

What is the formula to find Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent?
The formula of Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent is expressed as Depression in Freezing Point = Cryoscopic Constant*Molality. Here is an example- 3.31687 = 6.65*1.79.
How to calculate Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent?
With Cryoscopic Constant (kf) & Molality (m) we can find Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent using the formula - Depression in Freezing Point = Cryoscopic Constant*Molality.
What are the other ways to Calculate Depression in Freezing Point?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Depression in Freezing Point-
  • Depression in Freezing Point=Van't Hoff Factor*Cryoscopic Constant*MolalityOpenImg
  • Depression in Freezing Point=((Vapour Pressure of Pure Solvent-Vapour Pressure of Solvent in Solution)*[R]*(Solvent Freezing Point^2))/(Vapour Pressure of Pure Solvent*Molar Enthalpy of Fusion)OpenImg
  • Depression in Freezing Point=(Molar Enthalpy of Vaporization*Elevation in Boiling Point*(Solvent Freezing Point^2))/(Molar Enthalpy of Fusion*(Solvent Boiling Point^2))OpenImg
Can the Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent be negative?
Yes, the Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent, measured in Temperature can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent?
Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent is usually measured using the Kelvin[K] for Temperature. Celsius[K], Fahrenheit[K], Rankine[K] are the few other units in which Depression in Freezing Point of Solvent can be measured.
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