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Electrochemistry: Kohlrausch's law MCQ

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Question

Kohlrausch's law states that at infinite dilution, the molar conductivity equals:
  1. A
    Sum of ionic conductivities of cation and anion
    Correct
  2. B
    Conductivity of cation alone
  3. C
    Specific conductivity
  4. D
    Resistance × area

Correct answer

Sum of ionic conductivities of cation and anion

Explanation

Kohlrausch's Law: Λ°m = λ°cation + λ°anion. At infinite dilution, each ion contributes independently to molar conductivity.