Freezing-point Depression
The freezing point of a solvent is depressed when another compound is added, meaning that a solution has a lower freezing point than a pure solvent. This phenomenon is used in technical applications to avoid freezing, for instance by adding salt or ethylene glycol to water.
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“That terrible mood of depression of whether it’s any good or not is what is known as The Artist’s Reward.”
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