October's AP Problem
a) A solution containing 3.23 grams of an unknown compound
dissolved in 100.0 grams of water freezes at -0.97 °C. The
solution does not conduct electricity. Calculate the molecular
weight of the compound. (The molal freezing point depression
constant for water is 1.86 °C /kg mol.)
b) Elemental analysis of this unknown compound yields the
following percentages by weight: H= 9.74 %, C= 38.70 %
O= 51.56 %. Determine the molecular formula for the
compound.