A 0.1moldm -3 solution of sodium hydroxide was diluted with distilled water to 0.001moldm -3...

CHEMISTRY
WAEC 2017

A 0.1moldm-3 solution of sodium hydroxide was diluted with distilled water to 0.001moldm-3. What is the dilution factor?

  • A. 1000.00
  • B. 100.00
  • C. 10.00
  • D. 0.01

Correct Answer: D. 0.01

Explanation

Dilution factor = \(\frac{molar conc. of diluted}{molar conc. of undiluted}\)

= \(\frac{0.001}{0.1} = 0.01\)



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