Which of the following expressions correctly represents the equivalent conductance at infinite dilution of Al2(SO4)3. Given that Al3+ and SO42- are the equivalent conductances at infinite dilution of the respective ions?
- 2 Al3+ + 3 SO42-
- Al3+ + SO42-
- ( Al3+ + SO42-) 6
- 13 Al3+ + 12 SO42-
Answer
(2) Al3+ + SO42-
Solution
By Kohlrausch's law, limiting molar conductance:
m = 2 m( Al3+) + 3 m( SO42-)
∵ Total charge per formula unit = 6, so 1 mol = 6 equivalents and each ionic equivalent conductance = molar value ÷ its charge:
eq = m6 = 2 3 Al3+ + 3 2 SO42-6
⇒ eq = Al3+ + SO42-
Answer: (2)