How To Calculate Equivalent Conductance

Equivalent Conductance Equation:

\[ \Lambda_{eq} = \sum (\nu_i \lambda_i) \]

Stoichiometric Coefficient (ν):

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Ionic Conductance (λ):

S cm² mol⁻¹

Number of Additional Ions:

Equivalent Conductance (Λ_eq):

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1. What Is Equivalent Conductance?

Equivalent conductance (Λ_eq) is a measure of the conducting power of all ions produced by one equivalent of an electrolyte in solution. It represents the sum of the contributions of individual ions to the total conductivity of the electrolyte solution.

2. How Does The Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the equivalent conductance equation:

\[ \Lambda_{eq} = \sum (\nu_i \lambda_i) \]

Where:

\( \Lambda_{eq} \) — Equivalent conductance (S cm² mol⁻¹)
\( \nu_i \) — Stoichiometric coefficient of ion i
\( \lambda_i \) — Ionic conductance of ion i (S cm² mol⁻¹)

Explanation: The equation calculates the total equivalent conductance by summing the products of stoichiometric coefficients and ionic conductances for all ions in the electrolyte.

3. Importance Of Equivalent Conductance Calculation

Details: Equivalent conductance is crucial for understanding electrolyte behavior in solution, determining ionic mobilities, studying electrolyte dissociation, and applications in electrochemistry and analytical chemistry.

4. Using The Calculator

Tips: Enter the stoichiometric coefficient and ionic conductance for each ion. Use the additional ions selector to include more ionic species. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What Is The Difference Between Equivalent Conductance And Molar Conductance?
A: Equivalent conductance refers to conductance per equivalent weight, while molar conductance refers to conductance per mole of electrolyte.

Q2: How Does Temperature Affect Equivalent Conductance?
A: Equivalent conductance generally increases with temperature due to decreased viscosity and increased ionic mobility.

Q3: What Are Typical Values For Ionic Conductance?
A: At 25°C, common values range from 50-80 S cm² mol⁻¹ for cations and 60-80 S cm² mol⁻¹ for anions in aqueous solutions.

Q4: Why Is Equivalent Conductance Important In Electrolyte Solutions?
A: It helps determine the extent of electrolyte dissociation, ionic mobilities, and is essential for calculating transport numbers and conductometric titrations.

Q5: How Is Equivalent Conductance Related To Kohlrausch's Law?
A: Kohlrausch's law of independent migration of ions states that equivalent conductance at infinite dilution equals the sum of equivalent conductances of cations and anions.