Chapter 21, Problem 70IAE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The composition of the aqueous solution of lead nitrate is to be determined.

Concept introduction:

A saturated solution is a type of solution in which maximum concentration of solute has been dissolved in the solvent. No more additional solute can be dissolved in such solutions.

Raoult’s Law expression is given by:

${\text{P}}_{\text{solution}}{\text{=χ}}_{\text{solvent}}{\text{×P}}_{\text{solvent}}^{\text{ο}}$

Where, ${\text{P}}_{\text{solution}}$ = observed vapor pressure of solution

${\text{χ}}_{\text{solvent}}$ = mole fraction of solvent

${\text{P}}_{\text{solvent}}^{\text{ο}}$ = vapor pressure of pure solvent