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Freezing Point Depression Definition

Chemistry Glossary Definition of Freezing Point Depression

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Definition: the phenomenon that occurs when the freezing point of a liquid (a solvent) is lowered by adding another compound to it, such that the solution has a lower freezing point than the pure solvent.

Example: The freezing point of seawater or even ordinary saltwater is lower than the freezing point of pure water.

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