The molal freezing point constant for copper is 23 °C/m. If pure copper melts at 1083°C, what will be the melting point of a brass made of 33.1 mass percent Zn and the remainder Cu?

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The molal freezing point constant for copper is 23 °C/m. If pure copper melts at 1083°C, what will be the melting point of a brass made of 33.1 mass percent Zn and the remainder Cu?

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