Which of the following statements is incorrect?

  • A
    Relative lowering of vapour pressure is independent of the nature of the solute.
  • B
    The vapour pressure is a colligative property.
  • C
    Vapour pressure of a solution is lower than the vapour pressure of the solvent.
  • D
    The relative lowering of vapour pressure is directly proportional to the original pressure.

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