Lesson 3.2: Gases
Key Concepts and Equations
Ideal Gas Law
The Ideal Gas Law relates the pressure, volume, temperature, and amount of gas:
PV = nRT
- P: Pressure
- V: Volume
- n: Number of moles
- R: Gas constant
- T: Temperature in Kelvin
Density Form of the Ideal Gas Law
This form incorporates molar mass and density:
PM = dRT
- M: Molar mass
- d: Density
Combined Gas Law
Relates the pressure, volume, and temperature of a gas when it changes from one state to another:
P1V1/T1 = P2V2/T2
Kinetic Molecular Theory
Characteristics of Ideal Gases
- Molecules are in random and constant motion.
- Collisions between molecules are perfectly elastic.
- No intermolecular forces are present.
- The volume of gas particles is negligible (they are point-like).
- Average kinetic energy depends only on absolute temperature (Kelvin).
Kinetic Energy vs. Speed
While all gases at the same temperature have the same average kinetic energy, their speeds vary based on molar mass:
- Lighter gas molecules move faster than heavier ones.
Ideal Gas vs. Real Gas
Conditions Favoring Ideal Behavior
- High Temperature (High T): Increases kinetic energy, reducing intermolecular interactions.
- Low Pressure (Low P): Decreases the significance of molecular volume.
Conditions Leading to Deviations
- High Pressure (High P): Molecular volume becomes significant.
- Low Temperature (Low T): Intermolecular forces become significant due to decreased kinetic energy.
Deviation from Ideal Gas Behavior
- More Massive Molecules: Deviate more due to larger particle volume and stronger intermolecular forces.
- Higher Temperatures: Molecules have higher kinetic energy and spend less time interacting, leading to less deviation.
Boltzmann-Maxwell distribution
Exercise 1:
A sample of helium gas is in a container at 50°C. If the temperature is raised to 100°C, the average kinetic energy of the atoms will change by a factor of:
- 1⁄2
- √(373⁄323)
- 373⁄323
- 2
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Answer Explanation:
Average kinetic energy is directly proportional to absolute temperature in Kelvin. Convert temperatures to Kelvin (50°C = 323 K, 100°C = 373 K), then find the ratio 373⁄323.
Correct Answer: (C)
Exercise 2:
Exactly 4.0 g of helium gas (He) is placed into a container at constant temperature and pressure. A 28.0 g sample of nitrogen gas (N₂) is also placed in an identical container at the same temperature and pressure. From the list of statements below, select all that are TRUE:
- The number of atoms of He is identical to the number of atoms of N₂.
- The average speed of the He atoms is the same as the average speed of the N₂ molecules.
- The average kinetic energy of the He atoms is the same as the average kinetic energy of the N₂ molecules.
- I only
- III only
- I and II
- I, II, and III
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Answer Explanation:
Statement III is true because at the same temperature, all gases have the same average kinetic energy. Statements I and II are false.
Correct Answer: (B)
Exercise 3:
A 2.5 L container holds nitrogen gas at a pressure of 1.00 atm and a temperature of 300 K. If the volume is decreased to 1.50 L while keeping the temperature constant, what is the new pressure of the gas?
- 0.60 atm
- 1.67 atm
- 1.00 atm
- 3.00 atm
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Answer Explanation:
Using Boyle's Law (P₁V₁ = P₂V₂) since temperature is constant:
P₂ = P₁V₁ / V₂ = (1.00 atm × 2.5 L) / 1.50 L = 1.67 atm
Correct Answer: (B)
Exercise 4:
Which of the following gaseous species is most likely to deviate from ideal gas behavior?
- H₂
- HCl
- Ne
- N₂
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Answer Explanation:
HCl is polar and exhibits stronger intermolecular forces, leading to greater deviation from ideal behavior.
Correct Answer: (B)
Exercise 5:
When 2.0 mol of oxygen gas is placed in a 24-liter vessel at 230°C, the pressure is 6.0 atm. If the oxygen is allowed to expand isothermally until it occupies 36 liters, what will be the new pressure?
- 2 atm
- 4 atm
- 6 atm
- 8 atm
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Answer Explanation:
Using Boyle's Law (P₁V₁ = P₂V₂): P₂ = (P₁V₁)/V₂ = (6.0 atm × 24 L) / 36 L = 4.0 atm.
Correct Answer: (B)
Exercise 6:
A gaseous mixture at a constant temperature contains O₂, CO₂, and He. Which of the following lists the three gases in order of increasing average molecular speeds?
- CO₂, O₂, He
- He, O₂, CO₂
- He, CO₂, O₂
- O₂, CO₂, He
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Answer Explanation:
Higher molar mass means lower speed. CO₂ (44 g/mol), O₂ (32 g/mol), He (4 g/mol).
Correct Answer: (A)
Exercise 7:
Which of the following conditions would be most likely to cause the ideal gas laws to fail?
- High pressure
- High temperature
- Large volume of Container
- I only
- III only
- I and II only
- II and III only
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Answer Explanation:
High pressure increases intermolecular interactions and the effect of molecular volume, causing deviations.
Correct Answer: (A)
Exercise 8:
In an experiment, 2 mol of water vapor (H₂O(g)) decomposes completely to form hydrogen gas (H₂) and oxygen gas (O₂) in a sealed container of constant volume and temperature:
2H₂O(g) → 2H₂(g) + O₂(g)
If the initial pressure in the container before the reaction is denoted as Pi, which of the following expressions gives the final pressure, assuming ideal gas behavior?
- Pi
- 2Pi
- (3/2)Pi
- (2/3)Pi
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Answer Explanation:
The number of moles increases from 2 mol to 3 mol, so pressure increases by a factor of 3/2.
Correct Answer: (C)
Exercise 9:
An evacuated rigid container is filled with exactly 2.0 g of hydrogen gas and 5.0 g of neon gas. The temperature of the gases is held at 0°C, and the pressure inside the container is constantly at 1.0 atm.
What is the mole fraction of hydrogen in the container?
- 0.20
- 0.30
- 0.80
- 0.50
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Answer Explanation:
Moles of H₂ = 2.0 g / 2.0 g/mol = 1 mol; moles of Ne = 5.0 g / 20.18 g/mol ≈ 0.248 mol; total moles ≈ 1.248 mol; mole fraction of H₂ ≈ 1 / 1.248 ≈ 0.80.
Correct Answer: (C)
Exercise 10:
Using the same scenario as Exercise 9, what is the volume of the container at the given conditions?
- 22.4 L
- 28.0 L
- 33.6 L
- 50.4 L
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Answer Explanation:
Total moles ≈ 1.248 mol; V = nRT/P; V = (1.248 mol)(0.0821 L·atm/mol·K)(273 K)/(1 atm) ≈ 28.0 L.
Correct Answer: (B)
Exercise 11:
Which of the two gas particles (hydrogen or neon) has a higher velocity and why?
- Hydrogen, because it has a lower molar mass.
- Neon, because it has a higher molar mass.
- Hydrogen, because it has smaller kinetic energy.
- Neon, because it has greater kinetic energy.
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Answer Explanation:
At the same temperature, lighter molecules move faster than heavier ones.
Correct Answer: (A)
Exercise 12:
Which of the two gas particles (hydrogen or neon) has a higher boiling point and why?
- Hydrogen, because it has a lower molar mass.
- Neon, because it has a larger electron cloud.
- Hydrogen, because it has greater polarity.
- Neon, because it has more protons.
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Answer Explanation:
Neon has a larger electron cloud, resulting in stronger London dispersion forces and a higher boiling point.
Correct Answer: (B)
Exercise 13:
When a substance undergoes a phase change from gas to liquid, which of the following will occur?
- Energy will be released by the substance because intermolecular forces are being weakened.
- Energy will be released by the substance because intermolecular forces are being strengthened.
- Energy will be absorbed by the substance because intermolecular forces are being weakened.
- Energy will be absorbed by the substance because intermolecular forces are being strengthened.
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Answer Explanation:
Condensation releases energy as intermolecular forces become stronger.
Correct Answer: (B)
Exercise 14:
❖ Questions 14–16 refer to three gases in identical rigid containers under the conditions given in the table below.
| Container | Gas | Formula | Molar Mass (g/mol) | Temperature (°C) | Pressure (atm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Methane | CH₄ | 16 | 27 | 2.0 |
| B | Ethane | C₂H₆ | 30 | 27 | 4.0 |
| C | Butane | C₄H₁₀ | 58 | 27 | 2.0 |
The average kinetic energy of the gas molecules is:
- greatest in container A
- greatest in container B
- greatest in container C
- the same in all three containers
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Answer Explanation:
Average kinetic energy depends only on temperature, which is the same for all containers.
Correct Answer: (D)
Exercise 15:
The density of the gas, in g/L, is:
- greatest in container A
- greatest in container B
- greatest in container C
- the same in all three containers
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Answer Explanation:
Density is directly proportional to molar mass and pressure. Container B has highest pressure and intermediate molar mass.
Correct Answer: (B)
Exercise 16:
If the pressure of each gas is increased at constant temperature until condensation occurs, which gas will condense at the lowest pressure?
- Methane
- Ethane
- Butane
- All gases will condense at the same pressure
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Answer Explanation:
Butane has the highest molar mass and strongest intermolecular forces, so it condenses first.
Correct Answer: (C)
Exercise 17:
A gas mixture contains equal masses of nitrogen (N₂) and krypton (Kr) at a total pressure of 1 atm. What is the partial pressure of nitrogen gas?
- 0.15 atm
- 0.25 atm
- 0.50 atm
- 0.75 atm
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Answer Explanation:
Molar mass of N₂ = 28 g/mol, Kr = 84 g/mol. For equal masses, moles of N₂ > moles of Kr.
Moles of N₂ = mass / molar mass = m / 28 g/mol
Moles of Kr = mass / molar mass = m / 84 g/mol
Mole ratio N₂:Kr = (1/28) : (1/84) = 3:1
Total moles = moles of N₂ + moles of Kr = (3m + m)/84 = 4m/84
Mole fraction of N₂ = (3m/84) / (4m/84) = 3/4 = 0.75
Partial pressure of N₂ = mole fraction × total pressure = 0.75 × 1 atm = 0.75 atm
Correct Answer: (D) 0.75 atm
Exercise 18:
At constant temperature, a gas is compressed to half its original volume. According to the kinetic molecular theory, which of the following occurs?
- The average kinetic energy of gas molecules doubles.
- The collision frequency of gas molecules doubles.
- The gas pressure remains the same.
- The gas molecules move slower.
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Answer Explanation:
Halving the volume at constant temperature doubles the pressure due to increased collision frequency of gas molecules with the container walls.
Correct Answer: (B) The collision frequency of gas molecules doubles.
Exercise 19:
According to Graham's Law of Effusion, which of the following gases will effuse fastest and by what factor compared to oxygen gas (O₂)?
- Hydrogen (H₂)
- Oxygen (O₂)
- Nitrogen (N₂)
- Carbon dioxide (CO₂)
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Answer Explanation:
According to Graham's Law, the rate of effusion is inversely proportional to the square root of the molar mass. Hydrogen (2 g/mol) effuses faster than oxygen (32 g/mol). The factor is √(32/2) = √16 = 4 times faster.
Correct Answer: (A) Hydrogen (H₂), 4 times faster
Exercise 20:
A real gas behaves most ideally under which of the following conditions?
- Low temperature and high pressure
- Low temperature and low pressure
- High temperature and low pressure
- High temperature and high pressure
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Answer Explanation:
A real gas behaves most ideally at high temperature and low pressure because the gas molecules have higher kinetic energy (reducing intermolecular attractions) and are farther apart (reducing the effect of molecular volume).
Correct Answer: (C) High temperature and low pressure
Exercise 21:
A 10.0 L container holds a gas mixture of neon and argon at a total pressure of 5.0 atm and a temperature of 300 K. If the partial pressure of neon is 2.0 atm, how many moles of argon are present in the container?
- 1.0 mol
- 1.22 mol
- 2.0 mol
- 3.0 mol
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Answer Explanation:
Partial pressure of argon (PAr) = Total pressure - Partial pressure of neon = 5.0 atm - 2.0 atm = 3.0 atm.
Using PV = nRT for argon:
n = (P × V) / (R × T) = (3.0 atm × 10.0 L) / (0.0821 L·atm/mol·K × 300 K) ≈ 1.22 mol
Correct Answer: (B) 1.22 mol
Exercise 22:
A sample of gas occupies 5.0 L at 1.0 atm and 300 K. It is compressed to a volume of 2.0 L and heated to 450 K. What is the final pressure of the gas?
- 1.5 atm
- 3.75 atm
- 5.0 atm
- 7.5 atm
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Answer Explanation:
Use the combined gas law: (P₁V₁)/T₁ = (P₂V₂)/T₂.
Solve for P₂:
P₂ = (P₁V₁/T₁) * (T₂/V₂) = (1.0 atm * 5.0 L / 300 K) * (450 K / 2.0 L) = (5.0 / 300) * (450 / 2) = (0.0167) * (225) = 3.75 atm.
Correct Answer: (B)
Exercise 23:
A 2.0 g sample of an unknown gas effuses through a pinhole in 78 seconds. Under identical conditions, 2.0 g of oxygen gas (O₂) effuses in 56 seconds. What is the molar mass of the unknown gas?
- 16 g/mol
- 32 g/mol
- 64 g/mol
- 128 g/mol
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Answer Explanation:
According to Graham's Law: (Rate₁/Rate₂) = √(M₂/M₁).
Given Rate ∝ 1/time, so Rate₁/Rate₂ = t₂/t₁ = 56/78 ≈ 0.718.
Thus, 0.718 = √(32/M_unknown) → (0.718)² = 32/M_unknown → M_unknown = 32 / (0.718)² ≈ 32 / 0.515 ≈ 62.1 g/mol.
Since 62.1 g/mol is closest to 64 g/mol (Option C), the correct answer should be (C).
Correct Answer: (C)
Exercise 24:
A vessel contains a mixture of 0.5 mol of helium gas and 1.5 mol of chlorine gas at a total pressure of 2 atm. Assuming ideal behavior, what is the mole fraction of helium gas?
- 0.20
- 0.25
- 0.30
- 0.80
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Answer Explanation:
Total moles = 0.5 mol He + 1.5 mol Cl₂ = 2.0 mol.
Mole fraction of He = moles of He / total moles = 0.5 mol / 2.0 mol = 0.25.
Correct Answer: (B) 0.25
Exercise 25:
A sample of gas occupies 4.00 L at 2.00 atm and 300 K. If the pressure is increased to 5.00 atm and the temperature is raised to 350 K, what is the new volume of the gas?
- 1.87 L
- 2.24 L
- 3.00 L
- 2.40 L
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Answer Explanation:
Using the Combined Gas Law:
\( \frac{P_1V_1}{T_1} = \frac{P_2V_2}{T_2} \)
Solving for \( V_2 \):
\( V_2 = V_1 \times \frac{P_1}{P_2} \times \frac{T_2}{T_1} = 4.00 \, \text{L} \times \frac{2.00 \, \text{atm}}{5.00 \, \text{atm}} \times \frac{350 \, \text{K}}{300 \, \text{K}} \)
\( V_2 = 4.00 \, \text{L} \times 0.4 \times 1.1667 = 1.867 \, \text{L} \)
Correct Answer: (A) 1.87 L
Exercise 26:
A 0.500 mol sample of an ideal gas is held at a constant temperature of 273 K. If the volume is doubled, what happens to the pressure of the gas?
- It doubles
- It halves
- It remains the same
- It increases by a factor of √2
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Answer Explanation:
Using Boyle's Law (P₁V₁ = P₂V₂) at constant temperature:
If volume is doubled (V₂ = 2V₁), then pressure halves (P₂ = P₁/2).
Correct Answer: (B)
Exercise 27:
Which statement best describes the relationship between the average kinetic energy of gas molecules and temperature?
- Average kinetic energy decreases as temperature increases.
- Average kinetic energy is independent of temperature.
- Average kinetic energy increases as temperature increases.
- Average kinetic energy first increases and then decreases as temperature increases.
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Answer Explanation:
The average kinetic energy of gas molecules is directly proportional to the absolute temperature (Kelvin). Therefore, as temperature increases, the average kinetic energy also increases.
Correct Answer: (C)
Exercise 28:
Which of the following gases would have the greatest deviation from ideal behavior at high pressures?
- Neon (Ne)
- Methane (CH₄)
- Carbon dioxide (CO₂)
- Hydrogen (H₂)
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Answer Explanation:
CO₂ has the largest molar mass and stronger intermolecular forces, leading to greater deviation from ideal behavior at high pressures.
Correct Answer: (C)
Exercise 29:
A sample of gas has a pressure of 1.2 atm at 27°C. If the gas is cooled to -73°C at constant volume, what is the new pressure?
- 0.60 atm
- 0.80 atm
- 1.2 atm
- 1.5 atm
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Answer Explanation:
Using Gay-Lussac's Law: \( \frac{P_1}{T_1} = \frac{P_2}{T_2} \).
Convert temperatures to Kelvin: T₁ = 27°C + 273 = 300 K, T₂ = -73°C + 273 = 200 K.
Solve for P₂:
\( P_2 = P_1 \times \frac{T_2}{T_1} = 1.2 \, \text{atm} \times \frac{200 \, \text{K}}{300 \, \text{K}} = 0.8 \, \text{atm} \).
Correct Answer: (B) 0.80 atm
Exercise 30:
A gas mixture contains equal volumes of nitrogen and xenon gases at STP. What is the ratio of the mass of xenon to nitrogen in the mixture?
- Approximately 1:1
- Approximately 7:1
- Approximately 14:1
- Approximately 28:1
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Answer Explanation:
At equal volumes and same conditions, moles are equal.
Molar mass of Xe ≈ 131 g/mol; N₂ ≈ 28 g/mol.
Mass ratio = Molar mass ratio = 131/28 ≈ 4.68. However, the closest provided option is (B) Approximately 7:1, which may indicate rounding or approximation in the options.
Correct Answer: (B)
Exercise 31:
A 2.0 L flask contains 0.50 mol of hydrogen gas at 27°C. Another flask of unknown volume contains 0.10 mol of oxygen gas at the same temperature and pressure. What is the volume of the second flask?
- 0.4 L
- 1.0 L
- 2.0 L
- 4.0 L
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Answer Explanation:
At the same temperature and pressure, volumes are proportional to moles.
Volume ratio = mole ratio.
Volume of O₂ flask = (0.10 mol / 0.50 mol) × 2.0 L = 0.4 L.
Correct Answer: (A)
Exercise 32:
Which of the following gases would have the highest root mean square (rms) speed at a given temperature?
- CO₂
- H₂
- N₂
- CH₄
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Answer Explanation:
The rms speed of gas molecules is inversely proportional to the square root of their molar mass. H₂ has the lowest molar mass among the listed gases, resulting in the highest rms speed.
Correct Answer: (B)
Exercise 33:
Which factor does NOT cause a gas to deviate from ideal behavior?
- High pressure
- Low temperature
- Large molecular size
- High molar mass
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Answer Explanation:
High molar mass does affect deviations, but it is not a direct cause like intermolecular forces or molecular volume. The primary factors are high pressure, low temperature, and large molecular size.
Correct Answer: (D)
Exercise 34:
A 10.0 g sample of a gaseous compound occupies 5.0 L at 300 K and 2.0 atm. Determine the molar mass of the compound.
- 24.5 g/mol
- 49.0 g/mol
- 98.0 g/mol
- 196.0 g/mol
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Answer Explanation:
Use \( n = \dfrac{PV}{RT} \).
\( n = \dfrac{2.0 \times 5.0}{0.0821 \times 300} \approx 0.406 \) mol.
Molar mass = \( \dfrac{10.0 \text{ g}}{0.406 \text{ mol}} \approx 24.6 \text{ g/mol} \).
Correct Answer: (A)
Exercise 35:
A gas mixture contains 4.0 g of hydrogen (H₂), 28.0 g of nitrogen (N₂), and 44.0 g of carbon dioxide (CO₂). If the total pressure of the mixture is 3 atm, what is the partial pressure of hydrogen gas?
- 0.5 atm
- 1.0 atm
- 1.5 atm
- 2.0 atm
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Answer Explanation:
Moles of H₂ = \( \dfrac{4.0}{2.0} = 2.0 \) mol; N₂ = \( \dfrac{28.0}{28.0} = 1.0 \) mol; CO₂ = \( \dfrac{44.0}{44.0} = 1.0 \) mol.
Total moles = 4.0 mol. Mole fraction of H₂ = \( \dfrac{2.0}{4.0} = 0.5 \).
Partial pressure = 0.5 × 3 atm = 1.5 atm.
Correct Answer: (C)
Exercise 36:
A gas occupies 15.0 L at 760 mm Hg and 25°C. What volume will 2.00 moles of the same gas occupy at 1.50 atm and 100°C? (R = 0.0821 L·atm/mol·K)
- 20.5 L
- 25.0 L
- 30.7 L
- 35.2 L
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Answer Explanation:
First, convert all units to atm and K:
- 760 mm Hg = 1 atm
- 25°C = 298 K
- 100°C = 373 K
Using the Ideal Gas Law for the initial state to find n:
P₁V₁ = nRT₁ → n = (P₁V₁)/(RT₁) = (1 atm × 15.0 L) / (0.0821 L·atm/mol·K × 298 K) ≈ 0.61 mol
Now, using the Ideal Gas Law for the final state:
V₂ = (nRT₂)/P₂ = (2.00 mol × 0.0821 L·atm/mol·K × 373 K) / 1.50 atm ≈ 40.7 L
However, since the number of moles increased from 0.61 to 2.00, the correct volume should be approximately 40.7 L. Since this option isn't listed, likely a recalculation is needed.
Recalculating n with P₁V₁ = nRT₁:
n = (760 mm Hg × 15.0 L) / (760 mm Hg/atm × 0.0821 L·atm/mol·K × 298 K) = 0.61 mol
Final volume with 2.00 mol:
V₂ = (2.00 mol × 0.0821 L·atm/mol·K × 373 K) / 1.50 atm ≈ 40.7 L
Since the closest option is not matching, assume a possible typo. Based on calculation, the correct answer should be approximately 40.7 L.
Correct Answer: None of the above
Exercise 37:
A 10.0 L container holds a mixture of oxygen (O₂) and nitrogen (N₂) gases at a total pressure of 2.50 atm. If the container has 0.50 moles of O₂ and 1.00 mole of N₂, what is the partial pressure of nitrogen in the container?
- 0.83 atm
- 1.67 atm
- 2.00 atm
- 1.25 atm
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Answer Explanation:
The total number of moles in the container is:
ntotal = 0.50 moles O₂ + 1.00 mole N₂ = 1.50 moles.
The mole fraction of nitrogen (XN₂) is:
XN₂ = nN₂ / ntotal = 1.00 mole / 1.50 moles = 0.67.
The partial pressure of nitrogen (PN₂) is:
PN₂ = XN₂ × Ptotal = 0.67 × 2.50 atm = 1.67 atm.
Correct Answer: (B)
Exercise 38:
A 5.0 L tank contains a mixture of helium (He) and argon (Ar) gases at a total pressure of 4.00 atm. If the partial pressure of helium is 3.00 atm, how many moles of argon are present in the tank? (R = 0.0821 L·atm/mol·K, T = 298 K)
- 0.102 moles
- 0.205 moles
- 0.300 moles
- 0.400 moles
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Answer Explanation:
The partial pressure of argon (PAr) is:
PAr = Ptotal - PHe = 4.00 atm - 3.00 atm = 1.00 atm.
Using the Ideal Gas Law: PV = nRT, solve for n (moles of argon):
n = PV / RT = (1.00 atm × 5.0 L) / (0.0821 L·atm/mol·K × 298 K) ≈ 0.205 moles.
Correct Answer: (B)
Exercise 39:
A 4.0 L container holds a mixture of nitrogen (N₂) and oxygen (O₂) gases at a total pressure of 3.00 atm. If the partial pressure of nitrogen is 1.50 atm, what is the partial pressure of oxygen gas in the mixture?
- 1.00 atm
- 1.50 atm
- 2.00 atm
- 2.50 atm
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Answer Explanation:
The partial pressure of oxygen (PO₂) is calculated by subtracting the partial pressure of nitrogen from the total pressure:
PO₂ = Ptotal - PN₂ = 3.00 atm - 1.50 atm = 1.50 atm
Correct Answer: (B) 1.50 atm
Exercise 40:
A 3.0 L container holds a mixture of nitrogen (N₂) and carbon dioxide (CO₂) gases at a total pressure of 6.00 atm and a temperature of 350 K. If the mixture contains 0.50 moles of nitrogen, what is the number of moles of carbon dioxide present in the mixture?
- 0.20 mol
- 0.50 mol
- 0.70 mol
- 1.00 mol
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Answer Explanation:
First, find the total moles of gas using PV = nRT:
ntotal = (Ptotal × V) / (R × T) = (6.00 atm × 3.0 L) / (0.0821 × 350 K) ≈ 0.62 mol
Number of moles of CO₂ = ntotal - nN₂ = 0.62 mol - 0.50 mol = 0.12 mol
Since none of the options match exactly, the closest value is 0.20 mol.
Correct Answer: (A) 0.20 mol