Solutions Question 13
Question: The molecular weight of benzoic acid in benzene as determined by depression in freezing point method corresponds to [IIT 1996]
Options:
A) Ionization of benzoic acid
B) Dimerization of benzoic acid
C) Trimerization of benzoic acid
D) Solvation of benzoic acid
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Benzoic acid dimerises due to strong hydrogen bonding.
