
At 25C, a one liter sample of pure water has a vapor pressure of 18.5 torr. If 10 g of NaCl are added to the sample, the vapor pressure of the water will:

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Correct Answer: A. Decrease.
The addition of a solute to a liquid always lowers the vapor pressure of the liquid.
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