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Lauryl alcohol (C12H26O) is obtained from coconut oil and is used to make detergents. A solution of 5.00 g of lauryl alcohol in 0.100 kg of benzene (C6H6) freezes at 4.1°C. What is the approximate molar mass of lauryl alcohol if the freezing point of lauryl alcohol is 5.5°C and its Kf=5.12°C/m?
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