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The chemical reaction with the mixture lowers the boiling point. The additives help with corrosion and the system moving parts wear.

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Is antifreeze a solution or mechanical mixture?

Antifreeze is a solution, typically composed of ethylene glycol or propylene glycol mixed with water. In this mixture, the antifreeze substances dissolve uniformly in the water, creating a homogeneous solution. Unlike a mechanical mixture, where the components retain their individual properties and can be separated easily, the components in a solution are not easily distinguishable.


Is antifreeze a colloid?

No, antifreeze is not a colloid. Antifreeze is a liquid mixture of chemicals, typically ethylene glycol or propylene glycol, that is used to lower the freezing point of water in automobile cooling systems. Colloids are mixtures where particles are evenly dispersed in a continuous medium, like milk or fog.


When ethylene glycol is added to water the boiling point of water is?

When ethylene glycol is added to water, the boiling point of the resulting solution increases. Ethylene glycol acts as an antifreeze, raising the boiling point and lowering the freezing point of water.


What colligative property is responsible for antifreeze?

The colligative property responsible for antifreeze is freezing point depression. Adding antifreeze (such as ethylene glycol) to water lowers the freezing point of the solution, preventing the liquid from freezing at lower temperatures.


Is antifreeze a solution a colloid or a heterogeneous?

Antifreeze is typically a solution, specifically a homogeneous mixture, as it consists of water and ethylene glycol or propylene glycol that are completely dissolved together. In this mixture, the components are evenly distributed at the molecular level, resulting in a uniform appearance. Unlike colloids or heterogeneous mixtures, you cannot see distinct phases or particles in antifreeze.


How much 50 percent antifreeze solution and 40 percent antifreeze solution should be combined to give 50 gallons of 46 percent antifreeze solution?

How much 50 percent antifreeze solution and 40 percent antifreeze solution should be combined to give 50 gallons of 46 percent antifreeze solution?


Is antifreeze a pure substance or a mixture?

mixture


What is the freezing point of 100 percent Antifreeze?

Original Answer: 100 percent coolant freezing point -60 celcius This is baldly incorrect. 100% solution of ethylene glycol-based antifreeze is approximately -12 degrees celcius, higher for many of the lower quality products (which have a lower concentration of ethylene glycol). The optimum solution is about 60% antifreeze and 40% water. The reason for this is that the two molecule types (ethylene glycol and water) interfere with each other's ability to attract like molecules and crystalize, or freeze. A higher concentration of either liquid will reduce this affect and raise the freezing point. For warmer climates, 20% antifreeze is probably enough - water has a higher capacity for heat than antifreeze does. Running 100% water is not a good idea though, even in the hottest of temperatures. There are (usually) additives in antifreeze that serve to condition and lubricate the cooling system, primarily the water pump. Pure ethylene glycol actually freezes at about 8 degrees fahrenheit.. The key is in the mix.


Is antifreeze a solution?

yes it is a solution


What are two properties that make ethylene glycol an ideal antifreeze?

Well, when mixed in an ideal solution with water, it has a relatively high boiling point and low freezing point. Also, it doesn't cause rust/corrosion.


Is antifreeze a solution or a heterogenous mixture?

solution


Why in chemical terms is anti-freeze added to car windscreen wash?

Antifreeze is added to car windscreen wash to lower the freezing point of the liquid. This prevents the solution from freezing in cold temperatures, which can damage the system and obstruct vision during driving. Antifreeze typically contains chemicals like ethylene glycol or propylene glycol that are effective in preventing freezing.