A solution is made by mixing 10.2 grams of CaCl2 in 250 grams of water. What is the molality of the solution?

The molality of this solution is 0.368 molal

Explanation:

Step 1: Data given

Mass of CaCl2 = 10.2 grams

Molar mass of CaCl2 = 110.98 g/mol

Mass of water = 250 grams = 0.250 kg

Step 2: Calculate the number of moles CaCl2

Moles CaCl2 = mass CaCl2 / molar mass CaCl2

Moles CaCl2 = 10.2 grams / 110.98 g/mol

Moles CaCl2 = 0.0919 moles

Step 3: Calculate the molality of the solution

Molality solution = moles CaCl2 / mass water

Molality solution = 0.0919 moles / 0.250 kg

Molality solution = 0.368 mol / kg = 0.368 molal

The molality of this solution is 0.368 molal