The unit of equivalent conductivity is

Options

(a) ohm cm
(b) ohm⁻¹ cm² g.equiv.⁻¹
(c) ohm cm² g.equiv
(d) ohm⁻² cm⁻² g.equiv.

Correct Answer:

ohm⁻¹ cm² g.equiv.⁻¹

Explanation:

When it is placed between two parallel electrodes of Electrode of 1cm apart, the conductance of a volume of solution containing one Equivalent weight of dissolved substances is obtained. Equivalent conductivity is measured by lambda.