Chapter 4, Problem 4.38QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The ratio of rhodium to tin in a compound present in the solution, the mass of rhodium chloride and stannous chloride per given volume of the solution, the path length and the absorbance of the compound formed on the reaction is given. The molar absorptivity of the solution is to be determined.

Concept introduction: The absorbance of the solution is given by the formula,

$\text{Absorbance}=\text{Molar}\text{absorptivity}\times \text{Path}\text{length}\times \text{Molar}\text{concentration}$

To determine: The molar absorptivity of the solution.