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Adding salt to water increases its density and lowers its freezing point.
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I've just completed a repeated experiment on the effects of salt and the freezing point of water. A saturated salt solution will not freeze at -15 degrees Celsius (my freezer temperature). At exactly -21.1 degrees Celsius the salt begins to crystallize out of the solution, along with the ice, until the solution completely freezes.
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How does adding salt to water affect the temperature?
It does not affect the temperature of the water, but solutes raise the boiling point and lower the freezing point.
How does the addition of salt affect the freezing point of ice water?
Adding salt to ice water lowers the freezing point of the water. This is because the salt disrupts the formation of ice crystals, making it harder for the water to freeze.
Will NaCl's affect the freezing point of a solution make the freezing point increase?
No, adding NaCl to a solution will actually lower the freezing point of the solution. This is because the presence of dissolved ions from the salt disrupts the formation of ice crystals, causing the freezing point to decrease.
Do additives affect how fast water freezes?
Yes, additives can affect the freezing point of water, causing it to freeze either faster or slower depending on the type and concentration of the additive. For example, salt lowers the freezing point of water, so adding salt to water will cause it to freeze at a lower temperature and therefore slower than pure water.
A student wishes to test the hypothesis that adding antifreeze to water lowers the freezing point of the water What would be the dependent variable?
The dependent variable would be the freezing point of the solution.
How does adding salt to water affect the temperature?
It does not affect the temperature of the water, but solutes raise the boiling point and lower the freezing point.
How does salt affect the water's melting point?
Adding salt to water the freezing point decrease.
Does adding vinegar to water affect its freezing time?
Yes because it is no longer water so will have a different freezing time or point
How does the addition of salt affect the freezing point of ice water?
Adding salt to ice water lowers the freezing point of the water. This is because the salt disrupts the formation of ice crystals, making it harder for the water to freeze.
The freezing point of water can be lowered by adding?
By adding any "foreign" molecules or ions. Such as if u add sugar or salt to water, it will lower the freezing point of water.
Does salt affect the temperature of water -boiling point - freezing point?
i would opt for the Freezing point. salt decreases the freezing point of water. so if water would normally freeze at 0C, saltwater would freeze at -3C.
What does adding antifreeze to water do?
It lowers the freezing point.
How does salt affect the melting and freezing point of water?
Salt decreases the freezing point of water and increases the boiling point of water.
Does the amount of salt in 16 oz water affect the freezing?
Yes, the amount of salt in water affects its freezing point. Adding salt to water will lower the freezing point, making it harder for the water to freeze. This is why salt is commonly used to melt ice on roads in cold weather.
How does adding salt to water affect its freezing degree and why?
Adding salt to water depresses its freezing point. Water freezes at 0 oC but adding salt to it will make the intermolecular water to water bonds more difficult to form. The salt disrupts the structure of the solid water. Therefore, water freezes at a lower temperature if it has impurities added.
Will NaCl's affect the freezing point of a solution make the freezing point increase?
No, adding NaCl to a solution will actually lower the freezing point of the solution. This is because the presence of dissolved ions from the salt disrupts the formation of ice crystals, causing the freezing point to decrease.
Will the temperature go higher or lower if you add salt to the water?
Adding salt to water will lower the freezing point and raise the boiling point of the water, but it will not directly affect the temperature at which the water is heated or cooled.
