How to get molality without using a molecular formula?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the molality of acetone using freezing point depression without relying on its molecular formula. The student determined the freezing point depression (ΔTf) to be 4°C and the mass of the solution to be 90.4g. By applying the equation ΔTf = mkf, where kf for water is known, the molality can be derived. The student also noted that the mass percentage of acetone in the solution is 12.28%, which aids in verifying the calculated molality.

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  • Understanding of freezing point depression and the equation ΔTf = mkf
  • Knowledge of mass percentage calculations
  • Familiarity with molality and its definition (moles of solute per kg of solvent)
  • Basic understanding of molecular weight and its relevance in solution chemistry
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  • Learn how to calculate molality using freezing point depression in various solvents
  • Research the properties and kf values of common solvents, including water
  • Explore methods for determining molecular weight experimentally
  • Study the relationship between mass percentage and molality in solutions
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Homework Statement


Freezing point depression question[/B]
student determines molar mass of acetone using the method used in this experiment. She found that the eq temp of water and ice was 1 deg C. She then adds 11.1g of the sample to mixture and temp falls to -3 deg C. Mass of solution was 90.4g
What is the molality of the acetone using the experimental data and equation delta T_f = mk_f?

Homework Equations


Im lost on how to get moles without using the MM from formula for acetone?

The Attempt at a Solution


I know that T_f = 4deg C
also that m = moles solute / kg solvent
Also (if this is useful) that mass % = 12.28% acetone
also that kg of the solution will be = .904kg
thanks for any help
 
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You know ΔTf, you know (or can look up) kf, so you can work out m. If you also know the MW of acetone, you can check how accurate this m value is.
 

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