A solute distributes itself between two non-miscible solvents in contact with each other in such a way that, at a constant temperature, the ratio of its concentrations in two layers is constant, irrespective of its total amount". This is_________________?

Correct answer: A. The distribution law

  • A. The distribution law
  • B. Followed from Margules equation
  • C. A corollary of Henry's law
  • D. None of these

Explanation

The distribution law states that a solute at equilibrium has a constant concentration ratio between two immiscible solvents at fixed temperature, provided the solute remains in the same molecular form. It is also called the partition law, not a consequence of the Margules equation.

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