IIT JEE Chemistry Practice Paper – Part 17: Solutions & Colligative Properties
IIT JEE Chemistry Practice Paper – Part 17: Solutions & Colligative Properties Topic: Solutions & Colligative Properties Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Marks: +4 for each correct answer Negative Marking: 0 (Practice Mode) The molality of a solution containing 10 g of NaOH (M = 40 g/mol) dissolved in 250 g of water is: 0.5 m 1.0 m 2.0 m 3.0 m Which of the following is a colligative property? Surface tension Osmotic pressure Refractive index Viscosity Which law governs the lowering of vapour pressure for an ideal solution? Henry’s Law Raoult’s Law Dalton’s Law Boyle’s Law When a non-volatile solute is added to a solvent, the vapour pressure of the solvent: Increases Decreases Remains constant Becomes zero The osmotic pressure of a 0.1 M NaCl solution at 27°C (R = 0.0821 L·atm·K⁻¹·mol⁻¹) is approximately: 2.46 atm 4.92 atm 1.23 atm 0.82 atm Elevation of boiling point is directly proportional to: Molarity Molality Density Volume fraction Depression in freezing point (ΔTf) is given by: ΔTf = Kb·m ΔTf = Kf·m ΔTf = Kf/m ΔTf = Kb/m The van’t Hoff factor (i) accounts for: Solvent polarity Ionization or association of solute Solutions & Colligative Properties: Notes and Important Formulas A Strategic Guide for IIT-JEE Aspirants by Prof. Anil Tyagi My dear students, a solution is more than just a mixture; it is a homogeneous embodiment of molecular interactions. Understanding solutions is crucial, for it leads us to Colligative Properties—those properties that depend not on the identity of the solute particles, but solely on their number. This chapter is a hallmark of conceptual chemistry and a favorite for JEE problem-setters. Let’s build this concept from the ground up. 1. Core Definitions & Concentration Terms First, we must speak the language precisely. For JEE: Molality and Mole Fraction are preferred for colligative properties as they are independent of temperature. 2. The Foundation: Raoult’s Law For a volatile solvent in a solution containing a non-volatile solute, the governing principle is Raoult’s Law. 3. The Heart of the Chapter: Colligative Properties These are the properties that depend on the number of solute particles, not their nature. They are all consequences of the lowering of vapour pressure as stated by Raoult’s Law. For a non-volatile, non-electrolyte solute: 1. Relative Lowering of Vapour Pressure:This is the direct application of Raoult’s Law. (P⁰ – P) / P⁰ = x₂where x₂ is the mole fraction of the solute. For dilute solutions, it can be approximated as:(P⁰ – P) / P⁰ = (n₂ / n₁) ≈ (W₂ M₁) / (W₁ M₂) 2. Elevation of Boiling Point (ΔTb):Adding a solute lowers the vapour pressure, which means a higher temperature is needed to make the vapour pressure equal to the atmospheric pressure. 3. Depression of Freezing Point (ΔTf):The solute disrupts the solvent’s ability to form a solid lattice, thus freezing occurs at a lower temperature. 4. Osmotic Pressure (π):The pressure required to be applied on the solution to prevent the inward flow of pure solvent through a semi-permeable membrane. 4. The Crucial JEE Twist: The Van’t Hoff Factor (i) The formulas above are for non-electrolytes. For electrolytes that dissociate (or associate, like benzoic acid in benzene) in solution, we introduce the Van’t Hoff Factor (i). Professor Tyagi’s Key Takeaways & Problem-Solving Strategy: Internalize these principles. This chapter offers guaranteed marks if your concepts are clear and your calculations are systematic. Stay disciplined, stay focused. Your hard work will yield the ultimate colligative property—success. – Prof. Anil Tyagi









