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Which of the following statements is inc...

Which of the following statements is incorrect ?

A

The freezing point of water is depressed by the addition of glucose

B

The degree of dissociation of a weak electrolyte decreases as its concentration decreases

C

Energy is released when a substance dissolves in water provided that the hydration energy of the substance is more than its lattice energy

D

If two liquids that form an ideal solution are mixed, the change in entropy is positive

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To determine which of the statements is incorrect, let's analyze each statement step by step. ### Step 1: Analyze the First Statement **Statement:** The freezing point of water is depressed by the addition of glucose. **Explanation:** This statement is based on the colligative property known as freezing point depression. When a non-volatile solute, such as glucose, is added to a solvent (water), the freezing point of the solvent decreases. This is a well-established principle in chemistry. **Conclusion:** This statement is **correct**. ...
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