Answer:
The concentration of the most dilute solution is 0.016M.
Explanation:
First, a solution is prepared and then it undergoes two subsequent dilutions. Let us calculate initial concentration:
<u>First dilution</u>
We can use the dilution rule:
C₁ x V₁ = C₂ x V₂
where
Ci are the concentrations
Vi are the volumes
1 and 2 refer to initial and final state, respectively.
In the first dilution,
C₁ = 0.178 M
V₁ = 15 mL
C₂ = unknown
V₂ = 50 mL
Then,
<u>Second dilution</u>
C₁ = 0.053 M
V₁ = 15 mL
C₂ = unknown
V₂ = 50 mL
Then,