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A solution of \( 10^{-5} \ \mathrm{M} \) in a \( 1 \ \mathrm{cm} \) cell has \( \varepsilon = 10^{4} \). Its absorbance is

  • A.1.0
  • B.0.01
  • C.10
  • D.0.1

Answer: D

Multiplying the three terms of the law:

\[ A = \varepsilon b c = 10^{4} \times 1 \times 10^{-5} = 0.1 \]

giving 0.1. Because the units of absorptivity are chosen to cancel those of path length and concentration, the product is dimensionless as an absorbance must be - which is a quick check that the right units have been used.

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