Caryophyllene, a Nonelectrolyte, Is One of the Compounds Responsible for the Flavor

question 49

Multiple Choice

Caryophyllene, a nonelectrolyte, is one of the compounds responsible for the flavor of cloves. A 207 mg sample of caryophyllene was dissolved in 1.00 g of chloroform (K_b = 3.63°C/m) , increasing the boiling point of chloroform by 3.68°C. What is the molar mass of caryophyllene?

• A) 204 g/mol
• B) 156 g/mol
• C) 164 g/mol
• D) 193 g/mol
• E) 219 g/mol

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