Viscosity of Sugar: Calculating Avogadro# & Molecule Size

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To determine the Avogadro number and the size of sugar molecules in a 1 wt% aqueous solution at 18.5°C, one can use the viscosity and diffusion coefficient data provided. The viscosity of the sugar solution is 1.025 times that of pure water, indicating the effect of sugar on fluid dynamics. The diffusion coefficient of sugar molecules is given as 3.82×10-6 cm²/sec, and the molecular weight is 342.30. Utilizing Einstein's relation from 1905 can aid in calculating the size of the sugar molecule based on these parameters. Resources and further reading on viscosity and molecular calculations can enhance understanding of these concepts.
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hi, this is the first time i learn about viscosity, but I don't know where to start with this question:
At 18.5°C, the viscosity of 1 wt% aqueous sugar solution is 1.025 times higher than the viscosity of pure water. At the same temperature, the diffusion coefficient of the sugar molecules is 3.82×10-6cm2/sec and the molecular weight is 342.30. Determine the Avogadro number and the size of the sugar molecule.
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Hint: Einstein, 1905
 
a good hint, thank you very much !
 
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