Question
Chemistry Question on Conductance
The correct order of equivalent conductance at infinite dilution of LiCl,NaCl and KCl is
A
LiCl > NaCl > KCl
B
KCl > NaCl > LiCl
C
NaCl > KCl > LiCl
D
LiCl > KCl > NaCl
Answer
KCl > NaCl > LiCl
Explanation
Solution
In LiCl , NaCl, and KCl, anions are same.
Cations have same charge but different size. Smaller cations are more heavily hydrated in aqueous solution giving larger hydrated radius and thus smaller ionic speeds and equivalent conductance.
⇒ Equivalent conductance : KCl > NaCl > LiCl