Dissolving a Solute Such as KOH in a Solvent Such

question 43

Multiple Choice

Dissolving a solute such as KOH in a solvent such as water results in

• A)an increase in the melting point of the liquid.
• B)a decrease in the boiling point of the liquid.
• C)a decrease in the vapor pressure of the liquid.
• D)no change in the boiling point of the liquid.

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Nucleic Acid

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