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0.02M solution of sucrose is isotonic with 0.008M solution of sodium sulphate. What is the percentage dissociation of the electrolyte?

A \(88\)
B \(79\)
C \(85\)
D \(75\)

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(D) \(75\)

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For isotonic solutions, the osmotic pressures are equal. \(\pi_{sucrose} = \pi_{Na_2SO_4}\) \(i_1 C_1 RT = i_2 C_2 RT\) For sucrose (a non-electrolyte), \(i_1 = 1\). \(1 \times 0.02 = i_2 \times 0.008\) \(i_2 = \dfrac{0.02}{0.008} = 2.5\) Sodium sulphate (\(Na_2SO_4\))…

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