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For an electrolyte undergoing association in a solvent, the van’t Hoff factor:
For an electrolyte undergoing association in a solvent, the van’t Hoff factor:
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The van’t Hoff factor for association is less than one because the ions combine to form aggregates, reducing the number of particles in solution.
Updated On: Jan 13, 2026
- is always greater than one
- has negative value
- has zero value
- is always less than one
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The Correct Option is D
Solution and Explanation
When electrolytes associate, the particle count in solution diminishes due to the formation of ion pairs or clusters. Consequently, the van't Hoff factor falls below one, indicating fewer particles than would be predicted by dissociation alone.
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