JEE Main levelSingle correct optionDifficulty 1 of 3ec30
On diluting a solution of a weak electrolyte, which of the following is correct?
ABoth κ and Λm increase
Bκ decreases and Λm increases
Cκ increases and Λm decreases
DBoth κ and Λm decrease
Answer: B
Dilution reduces the number of ions per unit volume, so conductivity κ falls. Molar conductivity Λm=κ/c refers to one mole of electrolyte; dilution raises the degree of dissociation α, so Λm rises (sharply for weak electrolytes).