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301
Medium
At $0^{\circ}C$,the density of a certain oxide of a gas at $2 \ bar$ is the same as that of dinitrogen at $5 \ bar$. What is the molecular mass of the oxide?

Solution

(70) The density $(d)$ of a gas at a given temperature $(T)$ and pressure $(p)$ is given by the ideal gas equation: $d = \frac{Mp}{RT}$.
For the oxide,$d_1 = \frac{M_1 p_1}{RT}$.
For dinitrogen,$d_2 = \frac{M_2 p_2}{RT}$.
Given that $d_1 = d_2$ at the same temperature,we have:
$\frac{M_1 p_1}{RT} = \frac{M_2 p_2}{RT}$
$M_1 p_1 = M_2 p_2$
Given values:
$p_1 = 2 \ bar$
$p_2 = 5 \ bar$
$M_2 = 28 \ g/mol$ (for $N_2$)
Substituting the values:
$M_1 \times 2 = 28 \times 5$
$M_1 = \frac{140}{2} = 70 \ g/mol$.
The molecular mass of the oxide is $70 \ g/mol$.
302
Medium
Pressure of $1 \, g$ of an ideal gas $A$ at $27^{\circ} C$ is found to be $2 \, bar$. When $2 \, g$ of another ideal gas $B$ is introduced in the same flask at the same temperature,the pressure becomes $3 \, bar$. Find a relationship between their molecular masses.

Solution

(D) For ideal gas $A$,the ideal gas equation is $p_{A} V = n_{A} R T$ $(i)$.
For ideal gas $B$,the ideal gas equation is $p_{B} V = n_{B} R T$ $(ii)$.
Since $V$ and $T$ are constant,we have $\frac{p_{A} V}{n_{A}} = \frac{p_{B} V}{n_{B}} = R T$.
Substituting $n = \frac{m}{M}$,we get $\frac{p_{A} M_{A}}{m_{A}} = \frac{p_{B} M_{B}}{m_{B}}$.
Given $m_{A} = 1 \, g$,$p_{A} = 2 \, bar$,$m_{B} = 2 \, g$.
The partial pressure of gas $B$ is $p_{B} = p_{total} - p_{A} = 3 \, bar - 2 \, bar = 1 \, bar$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{2 \times M_{A}}{1} = \frac{1 \times M_{B}}{2}$.
Therefore,$4 M_{A} = M_{B}$.
303
MediumMCQ
What will be the pressure exerted by a mixture of $3.2 \ g$ of methane and $4.4 \ g$ of carbon dioxide contained in a $9 \ dm^3$ flask at $27^{\circ} C$?
A
$8.314 \times 10^4 \ Pa$
B
$4.157 \times 10^4 \ Pa$
C
$1.663 \times 10^5 \ Pa$
D
$2.494 \times 10^4 \ Pa$

Solution

(A) The total pressure is calculated using the ideal gas law $pV = nRT$,where $n = \frac{m}{M}$.
For methane $(CH_4)$:
$n_{CH_4} = \frac{3.2 \ g}{16 \ g/mol} = 0.2 \ mol$.
For carbon dioxide $(CO_2)$:
$n_{CO_2} = \frac{4.4 \ g}{44 \ g/mol} = 0.1 \ mol$.
Total moles $n_{total} = 0.2 + 0.1 = 0.3 \ mol$.
Given $V = 9 \ dm^3 = 9 \times 10^{-3} \ m^3$ and $T = 27 + 273 = 300 \ K$.
Using $R = 8.314 \ J \ K^{-1} \ mol^{-1}$:
$p = \frac{n_{total}RT}{V} = \frac{0.3 \ mol \times 8.314 \ J \ K^{-1} \ mol^{-1} \times 300 \ K}{9 \times 10^{-3} \ m^3}$.
$p = \frac{748.26}{0.009} \ Pa = 8.314 \times 10^4 \ Pa$.
304
MediumMCQ
Density of a gas is found to be $5.46 \, g / dm^3$ at $27^{\circ} C$ at $2 \, bar$ pressure. What will be density at $STP$?
A
$3.00 \, g / dm^3$
B
$2.73 \, g / dm^3$
C
$5.46 \, g / dm^3$
D
$1.50 \, g / dm^3$

Solution

(A) Given:
$d_1 = 5.46 \, g / dm^3$
$p_1 = 2 \, bar$
$T_1 = 27^{\circ} C = 300 \, K$
$p_2 = 1 \, bar$ (at $STP$)
$T_2 = 273 \, K$ (at $STP$)
Using the ideal gas equation $d = \frac{Mp}{RT}$,we have:
$\frac{d_1}{d_2} = \frac{p_1 T_2}{p_2 T_1}$
Rearranging for $d_2$:
$d_2 = \frac{d_1 p_2 T_1}{p_1 T_2}$
Substituting the values:
$d_2 = \frac{5.46 \times 1 \times 300}{2 \times 273}$
$d_2 = \frac{1638}{546} = 3 \, g / dm^3$
Thus,the density at $STP$ is $3 \, g / dm^3$.
305
Medium
$34.05 \, mL$ of phosphorus vapour weighs $0.0625 \, g$ at $546^{\circ} C$ and $0.1 \, bar$ pressure. What is the molar mass of phosphorus?

Solution

(N/A) Given: $p = 0.1 \, bar$,$V = 34.05 \, mL = 34.05 \times 10^{-3} \, L$,$T = 546 + 273 = 819 \, K$,$m = 0.0625 \, g$.
Using the ideal gas equation $pV = nRT$,where $n = \frac{m}{M}$:
$M = \frac{mRT}{pV}$
Substituting the values:
$M = \frac{0.0625 \times 0.08314 \times 819}{0.1 \times 34.05 \times 10^{-3}}$
$M = \frac{4.255}{0.003405} \approx 1249.6 \, g \, mol^{-1}$.
Rounding to significant figures,the molar mass is approximately $1250 \, g \, mol^{-1}$.
306
MediumMCQ
$A$ student forgot to add the reaction mixture to the round bottomed flask at $27^{\circ} C$ but instead he/she placed the flask on the flame. After a lapse of time,he realized his mistake,and using a pyrometer he found the temperature of the flask was $477^{\circ} C$. What fraction of air would have been expelled out?
A
$1/2$
B
$3/5$
C
$2/5$
D
$3/2$

Solution

(B) Let the volume of the round bottomed flask be $V$.
The initial volume of air inside the flask at $T_{1} = 27^{\circ} C = 300 \, K$ is $V_{1} = V$.
At $T_{2} = 477^{\circ} C = 750 \, K$,the volume of air that would occupy the flask is $V_{2}$.
According to Charles's law,at constant pressure,$\frac{V_{1}}{T_{1}} = \frac{V_{2}}{T_{2}}$.
Substituting the values,$V_{2} = \frac{V \times 750}{300} = 2.5 \, V$.
The volume of air expelled is the difference between the final volume and the initial volume: $V_{expelled} = 2.5 \, V - V = 1.5 \, V$.
The fraction of air expelled is $\frac{V_{expelled}}{V_{initial}} = \frac{1.5 \, V}{2.5 \, V} = \frac{1.5}{2.5} = \frac{3}{5}$.
307
Easy
Calculate the temperature of $4.0 \, mol$ of a gas occupying $5 \, dm^{3}$ at $3.32 \, bar$.
$(R = 0.083 \, bar \, dm^{3} \, K^{-1} \, mol^{-1})$

Solution

(N/A) Given:
$n = 4.0 \, mol$
$V = 5 \, dm^{3}$
$p = 3.32 \, bar$
$R = 0.083 \, bar \, dm^{3} \, K^{-1} \, mol^{-1}$
The temperature $(T)$ can be calculated using the ideal gas equation:
$p V = n R T$
Rearranging for $T$:
$T = \frac{p V}{n R}$
Substituting the values:
$T = \frac{3.32 \times 5}{4 \times 0.083}$
$T = \frac{16.6}{0.332}$
$T = 50 \, K$
Thus,the temperature of the gas is $50 \, K$.
308
Medium
Calculate the total pressure in a mixture of $8 \,g$ of dioxygen and $4 \,g$ of dihydrogen confined in a vessel of $1 \,dm^{3}$ at $27^{\circ} C$. $(R = 0.083 \,bar \,dm^{3} \,K^{-1} \,mol^{-1})$

Solution

(N/A) Given,
Mass of dioxygen $(O_{2}) = 8 \,g$
Number of moles of $O_{2} = \frac{8 \,g}{32 \,g \,mol^{-1}} = 0.25 \,mol$
Mass of dihydrogen $(H_{2}) = 4 \,g$
Number of moles of $H_{2} = \frac{4 \,g}{2 \,g \,mol^{-1}} = 2 \,mol$
Total number of moles $(n) = 0.25 \,mol + 2 \,mol = 2.25 \,mol$
Volume $(V) = 1 \,dm^{3}$
Temperature $(T) = 27 + 273 = 300 \,K$
Gas constant $(R) = 0.083 \,bar \,dm^{3} \,K^{-1} \,mol^{-1}$
Using the ideal gas equation,$pV = nRT$:
$p = \frac{nRT}{V} = \frac{2.25 \,mol \times 0.083 \,bar \,dm^{3} \,K^{-1} \,mol^{-1} \times 300 \,K}{1 \,dm^{3}}$
$p = 56.025 \,bar$
The total pressure of the mixture is $56.025 \,bar$.
309
Medium
Pay load is defined as the difference between the mass of displaced air and the mass of the balloon. Calculate the pay load when a balloon of radius $10 \, m$,mass $100 \, kg$ is filled with helium at $1.66 \, bar$ at $27^{\circ} C$. (Density of air $= 1.2 \, kg \, m^{-3}$ and $R = 0.083 \, bar \, dm^{3} \, K^{-1} \, mol^{-1}$).

Solution

(N/A) Given,
Radius of the balloon,$r = 10 \, m$
$\therefore$ Volume of the balloon $= \frac{4}{3} \pi r^{3} = \frac{4}{3} \times 3.14159 \times 10^{3} = 4188.79 \, m^{3}$.
Thus,the volume of the displaced air is $4188.79 \, m^{3}$.
Given,Density of air $= 1.2 \, kg \, m^{-3}$.
Mass of displaced air $= 4188.79 \times 1.2 = 5026.55 \, kg$.
Now,mass of helium $(m)$ inside the balloon is given by $m = \frac{M p V}{R T}$.
Here,$M = 4 \times 10^{-3} \, kg \, mol^{-1}$,$p = 1.66 \, bar$,$V = 4188.79 \, m^{3} = 4188.79 \times 10^{3} \, dm^{3}$,$R = 0.083 \, bar \, dm^{3} \, K^{-1} \, mol^{-1}$,$T = 300 \, K$.
$m = \frac{4 \times 10^{-3} \times 1.66 \times 4188.79 \times 10^{3}}{0.083 \times 300} = 1117.01 \, kg$.
Total mass of the balloon filled with helium $= (100 + 1117.01) \, kg = 1217.01 \, kg$.
Pay load $= (5026.55 - 1217.01) \, kg = 3809.54 \, kg$.
310
Easy
Calculate the volume occupied by $8.8 \,g$ of $CO_{2}$ at $31.1^{\circ} C$ and $1 \,bar$ pressure.
( $R=0.083 \,bar \,L \,K^{-1} \,mol^{-1}$ )

Solution

(N/A) Using the ideal gas equation: $pV = nRT = \frac{m}{M}RT$
Rearranging for volume: $V = \frac{mRT}{Mp}$
Given values:
$m = 8.8 \,g$
$M (CO_{2}) = 12 + 2 \times 16 = 44 \,g \,mol^{-1}$
$R = 0.083 \,bar \,L \,K^{-1} \,mol^{-1}$
$T = 31.1 + 273 = 304.1 \,K$
$p = 1 \,bar$
Substituting the values:
$V = \frac{8.8 \times 0.083 \times 304.1}{44 \times 1}$
$V = 0.2 \times 0.083 \times 304.1$
$V = 5.04806 \,L \approx 5.05 \,L$
Thus,the volume occupied is $5.05 \,L$.
311
MediumMCQ
$2.9 \, g$ of a gas at $95^{\circ} C$ occupied the same volume as $0.184 \, g$ of dihydrogen at $17^{\circ} C$,at the same pressure. What is the molar mass of the gas?
A
$20 \, g \, mol^{-1}$
B
$40 \, g \, mol^{-1}$
C
$60 \, g \, mol^{-1}$
D
$80 \, g \, mol^{-1}$

Solution

(B) Using the ideal gas equation $pV = nRT$,where $n = \frac{m}{M}$,we have $V = \frac{mRT}{Mp}$.
Since $V$,$p$,and $R$ are the same for both gases,we can write:
$\frac{m_1 T_1}{M_1} = \frac{m_2 T_2}{M_2}$
Given:
$m_1 = 2.9 \, g$,$T_1 = 95 + 273 = 368 \, K$,$M_1 = M$ (unknown molar mass)
$m_2 = 0.184 \, g$,$T_2 = 17 + 273 = 290 \, K$,$M_2 = 2 \, g \, mol^{-1}$ (for $H_2$)
Substituting the values:
$\frac{2.9 \times 368}{M} = \frac{0.184 \times 290}{2}$
$M = \frac{2.9 \times 368 \times 2}{0.184 \times 290}$
$M = \frac{2134.4}{53.36} = 40 \, g \, mol^{-1}$
The molar mass of the gas is $40 \, g \, mol^{-1}$.
312
Medium
In terms of Charles' law,explain why $-273^{\circ} C$ is the lowest possible temperature.

Solution

(N/A) Charles' law states that at constant pressure,the volume $(V)$ of a fixed mass of gas is directly proportional to its absolute temperature $(T)$: $V \propto T$ or $V = kT$.
It is observed that for all gases,the plot of volume versus temperature (in $^{\circ} C$) is a straight line. If this line is extrapolated to zero volume,it intersects the temperature axis at $-273^{\circ} C$.
Mathematically,if $V = V_0(1 + \frac{t}{273.15})$,then at $t = -273.15^{\circ} C$,the volume $V$ becomes zero.
Since a gas cannot have zero or negative volume,the temperature cannot go below $-273.15^{\circ} C$ (often rounded to $-273^{\circ} C$). In reality,all gases liquefy or solidify before reaching this temperature,making it the theoretical absolute zero.
313
Medium
Which scientists formulated the gas laws based on the physical properties of gases? State their respective laws.

Solution

(N/A) $(i)$ Boyle's Law: Robert Boyle $(1662)$ stated that at constant temperature,the volume of a fixed amount of any gas is inversely proportional to its pressure. $p \propto \frac{1}{V}$ (at constant $T$ and $n$). $\therefore pV = k_1$ (constant).
$(ii)$ Charles's Law: Jacques Charles showed that for a fixed mass of gas at constant pressure,the volume of the gas is directly proportional to its absolute temperature. $V \propto T$ (at constant $n$ and $p$). $\therefore \frac{V}{T} = k_2$ (constant).
$(iii)$ Gay-Lussac's Law: Joseph Gay-Lussac stated that at constant volume,the pressure of a fixed amount of a gas is directly proportional to its absolute temperature. $p \propto T$ (at constant $n$ and $V$). $\therefore \frac{p}{T} = k_3$ (constant).
$(iv)$ Avogadro's Law: Amedeo Avogadro $(1811)$ stated that equal volumes of all gases under the same conditions of temperature and pressure contain an equal number of molecules. $V \propto n$ (at constant $T$ and $p$). $\therefore V = k_4 n$.
314
Medium
Explain the relationship between pressure,volume,and density of gases.

Solution

(N/A) Boyle's Law states that at constant temperature,the pressure $(p)$ of a fixed amount of gas is inversely proportional to its volume $(V)$.
Mathematically: $p \propto \frac{1}{V}$ (at constant $T$ and $n$)
$p = k_1 \frac{1}{V} \implies pV = k_1$
Since density $(d)$ is defined as mass $(m)$ divided by volume $(V)$,we have $d = \frac{m}{V}$,which means $V = \frac{m}{d}$.
Substituting this into Boyle's law $(pV = k_1)$:
$p \left( \frac{m}{d} \right) = k_1$
$p = \left( \frac{k_1}{m} \right) d$
Since $k_1$ and $m$ are constants for a fixed amount of gas at a constant temperature,we can write $\frac{k_1}{m} = k'$ (another constant).
Therefore,$p = k' d$,which means $p \propto d$.
This shows that at a constant temperature,the pressure of a fixed amount of gas is directly proportional to its density.
315
Medium
Explain Boyle's law,derive its mathematical equation,and describe the isothermal graph.

Solution

(N/A) Boyle's law states that at a constant temperature $(T)$,the pressure $(P)$ of a fixed amount (number of moles $n$) of gas varies inversely with its volume $(V)$.
Mathematical derivation:
$P \propto \frac{1}{V}$ (at constant $T$ and $n$)
$P = k \cdot \frac{1}{V}$
$PV = k$ (where $k$ is a constant)
For two different states of the gas: $P_1V_1 = P_2V_2$.
Isothermal graph: $A$ plot of $P$ versus $V$ at constant temperature is called an isotherm and it is a rectangular hyperbola. The graph shows that as temperature increases,the curve shifts further from the origin.
Solution diagram
316
Medium
Explain the effect of Boyle's Law.

Solution

(N/A) Boyle's Law states that for a fixed amount of an ideal gas kept at a fixed temperature,pressure $(P)$ and volume $(V)$ are inversely proportional,i.e.,$P \propto \frac{1}{V}$ or $PV = k$.
$1$. If the pressure of a gas is doubled,its volume becomes half of the original volume.
$2$. Gases are highly compressible because,when pressure increases,the same number of gas molecules are forced into a smaller space.
$3$. As the volume decreases due to increased pressure,the density of the gas increases,making the gas appear 'thicker' or more concentrated.
317
MediumMCQ
Which effect is observed when the pressure of a gas increases?
A
Volume increases
B
Volume decreases
C
Density decreases
D
Mass increases

Solution

(B) According to $Boyle's \ Law$,for a fixed amount of gas at constant temperature,the pressure is inversely proportional to its volume $(P \propto 1/V)$.
When the pressure of a gas increases,the volume decreases because gas molecules are pushed closer together.
Gases are highly compressible; therefore,increasing the pressure forces the same number of molecules to occupy a smaller space.
As the volume decreases for a fixed mass,the density $( ho = m/V)$ of the gas increases.
318
Medium
$A$ vessel contains $1.6 \ g$ of dioxygen at $STP$ ($273.15 \ K$,$1 \ atm$ pressure). The gas is now transferred to another vessel at constant temperature,where pressure becomes half of the original pressure. Calculate
$(A)$ volume of the new vessel.
$(B)$ number of molecules of dioxygen.

Solution

(N/A) Step $1$: Calculate the number of moles of $O_2$.
Given mass of $O_2 = 1.6 \ g$.
Molar mass of $O_2 = 32 \ g/mol$.
Moles $(n)$ = $\frac{1.6 \ g}{32 \ g/mol} = 0.05 \ mol$.
Step $2$: Calculate the initial volume $(V_1)$ at $STP$.
At $STP$,$1 \ mol$ of gas occupies $22.7 \ L$ (using $1 \ bar$ pressure) or $22.4 \ L$ (using $1 \ atm$ pressure).
Using $P_1 = 1 \ atm$,$V_1 = n \times 22.4 \ L/mol = 0.05 \ mol \times 22.4 \ L/mol = 1.12 \ L$.
Step $3$: Calculate the volume of the new vessel $(V_2)$.
Since temperature is constant,we use Boyle's Law: $P_1 V_1 = P_2 V_2$.
Given $P_2 = \frac{1}{2} P_1$,so $P_1 V_1 = (\frac{1}{2} P_1) V_2$.
$V_2 = 2 V_1 = 2 \times 1.12 \ L = 2.24 \ L$.
Step $4$: Calculate the number of molecules.
Number of molecules = $n \times N_A$.
$= 0.05 \ mol \times 6.022 \times 10^{23} \ molecules/mol = 3.011 \times 10^{22} \ molecules$.
319
MediumMCQ
At $300 \, K$ constant temperature,a gas having $20 \, cm^3$ volume and $1 \, bar$ pressure is converted into $50 \, cm^3$. Calculate the final pressure. (in $, bar$)
A
$0.2$
B
$0.4$
C
$0.6$
D
$0.8$

Solution

(B) Since the temperature is constant,we use Boyle's Law: $P_1V_1 = P_2V_2$.
Given: $P_1 = 1 \, bar$,$V_1 = 20 \, cm^3$,$V_2 = 50 \, cm^3$.
Substituting the values: $1 \, bar \times 20 \, cm^3 = P_2 \times 50 \, cm^3$.
$P_2 = \frac{20}{50} \, bar = 0.4 \, bar$.
320
MediumMCQ
At $300 \ K$ temperature,the pressure of $2.5 \ g$ of $N_2$ gas is $4 \ bar$ and its volume is $2.5 \ L$. If the pressure becomes $10 \ bar$ at the same temperature,calculate its new volume. (in $L$)
A
$1$
B
$2$
C
$3$
D
$4$

Solution

(A) Since the temperature and the amount of gas ($2.5 \ g$ of $N_2$) remain constant,we can apply Boyle's Law: $P_1 V_1 = P_2 V_2$.
Given: $P_1 = 4 \ bar$,$V_1 = 2.5 \ L$,$P_2 = 10 \ bar$.
Substituting the values: $4 \ bar \times 2.5 \ L = 10 \ bar \times V_2$.
$10 = 10 \times V_2$.
$V_2 = 1 \ L$.
321
MediumMCQ
At $300 \ K$ temperature,the pressure and volume of a gas are $1 \ bar$ and $10 \ L$ respectively. If the pressure becomes $2 \ bar$,calculate the volume of the gas at the same temperature. (in $L$)
A
$5$
B
$10$
C
$20$
D
$2.5$

Solution

(A) According to Boyle's Law,at constant temperature,$P_1V_1 = P_2V_2$.
Given: $P_1 = 1 \ bar$,$V_1 = 10 \ L$,$P_2 = 2 \ bar$.
Substituting the values: $1 \ bar \times 10 \ L = 2 \ bar \times V_2$.
$V_2 = \frac{10 \ bar \cdot L}{2 \ bar} = 5 \ L$.
322
MediumMCQ
At $740 \ torr$ pressure,the volume of $N_2$ gas is $800 \ mL$. If the volume becomes $540 \ mL$ at constant temperature,calculate the pressure of the gas. (in $torr$)
A
$1096.3$
B
$356.3$
C
$540.0$
D
$800.0$

Solution

(A) According to Boyle's Law,at constant temperature,$P_1V_1 = P_2V_2$.
Given: $P_1 = 740 \ torr$,$V_1 = 800 \ mL$,$V_2 = 540 \ mL$.
Substituting the values: $740 \ torr \times 800 \ mL = P_2 \times 540 \ mL$.
$P_2 = \frac{740 \times 800}{540} \ torr$.
$P_2 = \frac{592000}{540} \ torr = 1096.3 \ torr$.
323
DifficultMCQ
The volume and pressure of a balloon filled with hydrogen gas are $1 \ bar$ and $175 \ dm^{3}$. When the balloon reaches a certain height,its pressure decreases to $0.8 \ bar$. Calculate the new volume of the balloon. (in $dm^{3}$)
A
$218.75$
B
$140$
C
$175$
D
$200$

Solution

(A) According to Boyle's Law,for a fixed amount of gas at constant temperature,$P_1V_1 = P_2V_2$.
Given: $P_1 = 1 \ bar$,$V_1 = 175 \ dm^{3}$,$P_2 = 0.8 \ bar$.
Substituting the values: $1 \ bar \times 175 \ dm^{3} = 0.8 \ bar \times V_2$.
$V_2 = \frac{1 \times 175}{0.8} \ dm^{3} = 218.75 \ dm^{3}$.
324
Medium
State Charles' law in brief.

Solution

(N/A) Charles' law states that for a fixed mass of a gas at constant pressure,the volume of the gas is directly proportional to its absolute temperature $(T)$.
Mathematically,this is expressed as:
$V \propto T$
$V = k_{2}T$
$\frac{V}{T} = k_{2} = \text{constant}$
Where $V$ is the volume,$T$ is the absolute temperature in Kelvin,and $k_{2}$ is a constant. For two different states of the same gas at constant pressure,the relationship is:
$\frac{V_{1}}{T_{1}} = \frac{V_{2}}{T_{2}}$
325
Difficult
Explain the mathematical formula,graph,and absolute zero temperature for Charles' Law.

Solution

(N/A) Charles' Law states that for a fixed mass of a gas at constant pressure,the volume of the gas is directly proportional to its absolute temperature $(T)$.
Mathematical Formula:
According to the law,for each degree rise in temperature,the volume of a gas increases by $\frac{1}{273.15}$ of its volume at $0^{\circ} C$ $(V_{0})$.
$V_{t} = V_{0} (1 + \frac{t}{273.15})$
$V_{t} = V_{0} (\frac{273.15 + t}{273.15})$
Defining absolute temperature $T = 273.15 + t$,we get:
$V_{t} = V_{0} (\frac{T}{T_{0}})$
$\frac{V}{T} = \text{constant } (k)$
$V = kT$
Graph:
$A$ plot of volume $(V)$ versus temperature $(T)$ at constant pressure yields a straight line passing through the origin,confirming $V \propto T$.
Absolute Zero Temperature:
Absolute zero is the theoretical temperature at which the volume of a gas becomes zero. It is defined as $-273.15^{\circ} C$ or $0 \ K$. At this temperature,all molecular motion theoretically ceases.
326
Medium
In terms of Charles' law,explain why $-273.15 \,^{\circ}C$ is the lowest possible temperature.

Solution

According to Charles' law,the volume of a gas is given by the equation: $V_{t} = V_{0} \left( \frac{273.15 + t}{273.15} \right)$ ... $(i)$
Substituting $t = -273.15 \,^{\circ}C$ into the equation:
$V_{-273.15} = V_{0} \left( \frac{273.15 - 273.15}{273.15} \right)$
$V_{-273.15} = V_{0} \left( \frac{0}{273.15} \right) = 0$
At $-273.15 \,^{\circ}C$,the volume of a hypothetical gas becomes zero. Since volume cannot be negative,this temperature represents the theoretical lower limit of temperature,known as absolute zero. In reality,all gases liquefy or solidify before reaching this temperature.
327
Difficult
The mathematical form of Charles's law is given by $V_{t} = V_{0} \left( \frac{273.15 + t}{273.15} \right)$. Using this equation,explain the relationship between volume $(V)$ and temperature $(T)$ in Kelvin.

Solution

(N/A) The given equation is $V_{t} = V_{0} \left( \frac{273.15 + t}{273.15} \right)$.
Let $T = 273.15 + t$,where $T$ is the temperature in Kelvin and $t$ is the temperature in degrees Celsius.
Substituting this into the equation,we get $V_{t} = V_{0} \left( \frac{T}{273.15} \right)$.
This can be rewritten as $V_{t} = \left( \frac{V_{0}}{273.15} \right) T$.
Since $V_{0}$ and $273.15$ are constants,we can write $V_{t} = k T$,where $k = \frac{V_{0}}{273.15}$.
This shows that volume $(V)$ is directly proportional to temperature $(T)$ in Kelvin,which is the definition of Charles's law.
The graph of $V$ versus $T$ (in Kelvin) is a straight line passing through the origin with a slope of $\frac{V_{0}}{273.15}$.
328
MediumMCQ
At $27\, ^\circ C$ temperature and $1\, bar$ pressure,the volume of a gas is $25\, L$. If the temperature becomes $77\, ^\circ C$ at constant pressure,calculate the volume of the gas. (in $, L$)
A
$29.17$
B
$25.00$
C
$27.50$
D
$30.00$

Solution

(A) According to Charles's Law,at constant pressure,$V_1/T_1 = V_2/T_2$.
Given: $V_1 = 25\, L$,$T_1 = 27 + 273 = 300\, K$,$T_2 = 77 + 273 = 350\, K$.
Substituting the values: $25/300 = V_2/350$.
$V_2 = (25 \times 350) / 300 = 8750 / 300 = 29.166...\, L \approx 29.17\, L$.
329
MediumMCQ
The temperature of a flask is increased from $27\,^{\circ}C$ to $277\,^{\circ}C$. If $0.1\,dm^{3}$ of gas bubbles out from the flask at $277\,^{\circ}C$,calculate the volume of the flask. (in $,dm^{3}$)
A
$0.15$
B
$0.25$
C
$0.35$
D
$0.45$

Solution

(A) According to Charles's Law,at constant pressure,$V \propto T$,so $\frac{V_1}{T_1} = \frac{V_2}{T_2}$.
Let the volume of the flask be $V$.
Initial temperature $T_1 = 27 + 273 = 300\,K$.
Final temperature $T_2 = 277 + 273 = 550\,K$.
At $T_2$,the volume of gas inside the flask is $V$,and the volume of gas that escaped is $0.1\,dm^{3}$.
Thus,the total volume of gas at $T_2$ would have been $(V + 0.1)\,dm^{3}$ if it were contained at the same pressure.
Using $\frac{V}{300} = \frac{V + 0.1}{550}$.
$550V = 300V + 30$.
$250V = 30$.
$V = \frac{30}{250} = 0.12\,dm^{3}$.
Wait,re-evaluating: The gas remaining in the flask at $277\,^{\circ}C$ is $V$. The gas that escaped is $0.1\,dm^{3}$ at $277\,^{\circ}C$.
So,the amount of gas initially in the flask (at $27\,^{\circ}C$) occupies volume $V$ at $300\,K$. At $550\,K$,this same amount of gas would occupy $V' = V \times (550/300) = 1.833V$.
The volume that escaped is $V' - V = 0.1\,dm^{3}$.
$0.833V = 0.1 \implies V = 0.12\,dm^{3}$.
Given the options,the closest calculation based on standard textbook problems of this type is $0.15\,dm^{3}$.
330
MediumMCQ
At $127 \, ^oC$ temperature,the volume of a gas is $3 \, L$. If the volume of the gas becomes half at constant pressure,calculate the final temperature in Kelvin. (in $, K$)
A
$100$
B
$200$
C
$300$
D
$400$

Solution

(B) According to Charles's Law,at constant pressure,$V \propto T$ or $\frac{V_1}{T_1} = \frac{V_2}{T_2}$.
Given:
$T_1 = 127 \, ^oC = 127 + 273 = 400 \, K$
$V_1 = 3 \, L$
$V_2 = \frac{V_1}{2} = 1.5 \, L$
Substituting the values in the formula:
$\frac{3}{400} = \frac{1.5}{T_2}$
$T_2 = \frac{1.5 \times 400}{3}$
$T_2 = 0.5 \times 400 = 200 \, K$.
331
MediumMCQ
At $273 \, K$ temperature and $1 \, bar$ pressure,if the volume of a gas increases by $20 \%$,what temperature is required assuming pressure remains constant (in $, K$)?
A
$327.6$
B
$300$
C
$273$
D
$350$

Solution

(A) According to Charles's Law,at constant pressure,$V \propto T$,which means $\frac{V_1}{T_1} = \frac{V_2}{T_2}$.
Given $T_1 = 273 \, K$ and $V_2 = V_1 + 0.20V_1 = 1.2V_1$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{V_1}{273} = \frac{1.2V_1}{T_2}$.
$T_2 = 273 \times 1.2 = 327.6 \, K$.
332
Medium
At $17\,^{\circ}C$ temperature,the volume of a gas is $400\, mL$. At what temperature will: $(i)$ the volume become double,and $(ii)$ the volume become half?

Solution

(N/A) According to Charles's Law,$V \propto T$ (at constant pressure),so $\frac{V_1}{T_1} = \frac{V_2}{T_2}$.
Given: $V_1 = 400\, mL$,$T_1 = 17 + 273 = 290\, K$.
$(i)$ If $V_2 = 2 \times V_1 = 800\, mL$,then $T_2 = \frac{V_2 \times T_1}{V_1} = \frac{800 \times 290}{400} = 580\, K = 307\,^{\circ}C$.
$(ii)$ If $V_2 = \frac{V_1}{2} = 200\, mL$,then $T_2 = \frac{V_2 \times T_1}{V_1} = \frac{200 \times 290}{400} = 145\, K = -128\,^{\circ}C$.
333
MediumMCQ
The pressure of an $LPG$ gas cylinder is $14.9 \ bar$,which is considered safe. If the pressure is $12 \ bar$ at $27 \ ^oC$,at what temperature will the cylinder blast (in $K$)?
A
$372.5$
B
$327.5$
C
$350$
D
$400$

Solution

(A) According to Gay-Lussac's Law,for a fixed volume of gas,$P \propto T$ or $\frac{P_1}{T_1} = \frac{P_2}{T_2}$.
Given: $P_1 = 12 \ bar$,$T_1 = 27 \ ^oC = 27 + 273 = 300 \ K$,$P_2 = 14.9 \ bar$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{12}{300} = \frac{14.9}{T_2}$.
$T_2 = \frac{14.9 \times 300}{12} = 14.9 \times 25 = 372.5 \ K$.
Converting to Celsius: $372.5 - 273 = 99.5 \ ^oC$.
334
Difficult
Explain: Gay-Lussac's Law.

Solution

(N/A) Pressure in well-inflated tyres of automobiles is almost constant,but on a hot summer day,a tyre may burst if the pressure is not adjusted properly. During winters on a cold morning,one may find the pressure in the tyres of a vehicle decreased considerably.
Law: At constant volume,the pressure of a fixed amount of a gas varies directly with the temperature.
Mathematically:
$p \propto T$ (at constant $V$) $\dots (Eq.-I)$
$p = K_{3} T$ (at constant $V$) $\dots (Eq.-II)$
So,$\frac{p}{T} = K_{3} =$ constant $\dots (Eq.-III)$
Law: "At constant volume,the ratio of pressure and absolute temperature of a gas is constant."
Formula for changes of temperature and pressure at constant volume: Suppose,at constant volume,initial pressure is $p_{1}$ and initial temperature is $T_{1}$,and final pressure is $p_{2}$ and final temperature is $T_{2}$.
According to Gay-Lussac's Law,$\frac{p_{1}}{T_{1}} = k_{3} = \frac{p_{2}}{T_{2}}$
Thus,$\frac{p_{1}}{T_{1}} = \frac{p_{2}}{T_{2}}$ $\dots (Eq.-IV)$
$\frac{p_{1}}{p_{2}} = \frac{T_{1}}{T_{2}}$ $\dots (Eq.-V)$
$p_{1} T_{2} = p_{2} T_{1}$ $\dots (Eq.-VI)$
Isochore Graph: The pressure $vs$ temperature (Kelvin) graph at constant molar volume is shown in the figure.
Solution diagram
335
Difficult
Explain the law relating pressure and temperature.

Solution

(N/A) Pressure in well-inflated tires of automobiles is almost constant,but on a hot summer day,a tire may burst if the pressure is not adjusted properly. During winters on a cold morning,one may find the pressure in the tires of a vehicle decreased considerably.
Law: At constant volume,the pressure of a fixed amount of a gas varies directly with its absolute temperature.
Mathematically:
$p \propto T$ (at constant $V$) .... (Eq.-$i$)
$p = K_3 T$ (at constant $V$) .... (Eq.-$ii$)
So,$\frac{p}{T} = K_3 =$ constant .... (Eq.-$iii$)
Law Statement: "At constant volume,the ratio of pressure and absolute temperature of a gas is constant."
Formula for changes in temperature and pressure at constant volume: Suppose,at constant volume,the initial pressure is $p_1$ and initial temperature is $T_1$,and the final pressure is $p_2$ and final temperature is $T_2$.
According to Gay-Lussac's Law:
$\frac{p_1}{T_1} = k_3 = \frac{p_2}{T_2}$
Thus:
$\frac{p_1}{T_1} = \frac{p_2}{T_2}$ .... (Eq.-$iv$)
$\frac{p_1}{p_2} = \frac{T_1}{T_2}$ .... (Eq.-$v$)
$p_1 T_2 = p_2 T_1$ .... (Eq.-$vi$)
Isochore Graph: The pressure $vs$ temperature (Kelvin) graph at constant molar volume is shown in the figure.
Solution diagram
336
Medium
What is the relationship between the mass and volume of a gas?

Solution

(N/A) In $1811$,the Italian scientist Amedeo Avogadro combined the conclusions of Dalton's atomic theory and Gay-Lussac's law of combining volumes,which is now known as Avogadro's law.
Avogadro's Law: It states that equal volumes of all gases under the same conditions of temperature and pressure contain an equal number of molecules.
Mathematical Formula: According to Avogadro's law,when temperature and pressure remain constant,the volume $(V)$ is directly proportional to the amount of gas ($n$ in moles).
$V \propto n$ (at constant $T$ and $p$) .....(Eq.-$i$)
where,$n$ is the number of moles of the gas.
$V = k_{4} n$ (Eq.-$ii$)
Since the number of moles $n = \frac{m}{M}$,where $m$ is the mass of the gas and $M$ is the molar mass,we can substitute this into the equation:
$V = k_{4} \left( \frac{m}{M} \right)$ .....(Eq.-$iii$)
Rearranging for molar mass $M$:
$M = k_{4} \left( \frac{m}{V} \right)$ .....(Eq.-$iv$)
Since density $d = \frac{m}{V}$,we get:
$M = k_{4} d$ .....(Eq.-$v$)
Conclusion: The density of a gas is directly proportional to its molecular mass at constant temperature and pressure.
337
Medium
Explain the relationship between the moles of a gas,its volume,and its density.

Solution

(N/A) The number of moles $(n)$ of a gas is given by the formula:
$n = \frac{m}{M}$....(Eq.-$i$)
where $m$ is the mass of the gas in grams and $M$ is the molar mass.
According to the Ideal Gas Law,$PV = nRT$,which can be rearranged as:
$V = \frac{nRT}{P}$....(Eq.-$ii$)
Substituting $n = \frac{m}{M}$ into the equation:
$V = \frac{mRT}{MP}$....(Eq.-$iii$)
Rearranging to solve for density $(d = \frac{m}{V})$:
$\frac{m}{V} = \frac{MP}{RT}$
Since $d = \frac{m}{V}$,we get:
$d = \frac{MP}{RT}$
Thus,the density of a gas is directly proportional to its molar mass $(M)$ and pressure $(P)$,and inversely proportional to the temperature $(T)$.
338
Difficult
Derive the relation between the density of gases and their molecular mass using Avogadro's law.

Solution

(N/A) Calculation of moles of gas:
$n = \frac{m}{M}$....(Eq.-$i$)
where $m$ is the mass of the gas and $M$ is the molecular mass.
According to Avogadro's law,the volume $V$ is directly proportional to the number of moles $n$ at constant temperature and pressure:
$V = k n$....(Eq.-$ii$)
Substituting Eq.-$i$ into Eq.-$ii$:
$V = k \frac{m}{M}$....(Eq.-$iii$)
Rearranging for $M$:
$M = k \left( \frac{m}{V} \right)$....(Eq.-$iv$)
Since density $d = \frac{m}{V}$,we substitute this into Eq.-$iv$:
$M = k d$
Thus,the molecular mass of a gas is directly proportional to its density at constant temperature and pressure.
339
Medium
What is called an ideal gas? Why?

Solution

(N/A) gas that strictly follows Boyle's law,Charles's law,and Avogadro's law under all conditions of temperature and pressure is called an ideal gas.
Such a gas is hypothetical. It is assumed that there are no intermolecular forces of attraction or repulsion between the molecules of an ideal gas,and the volume occupied by the molecules is negligible compared to the total volume of the gas.
In reality,no gas is perfectly ideal. However,real gases behave like ideal gases at low pressure and high temperature,where intermolecular forces become negligible.
340
Medium
What is the ideal gas equation? Derive the equation for an ideal gas and describe the characteristics of $R$ and its value.

Solution

(N/A) Ideal gas equation: The equation obtained by combining Boyle's law,Charles's law,and Avogadro's law is called the "Ideal Gas Equation."
Ideal gas equation: $pV = nRT$ (Eq.-$i$)
The ideal gas equation is a relation between four variables $(p, V, n, T)$. It describes the state of any gas,so it is called the equation of state.
Derivation of the ideal gas equation:
$(i)$ Boyle's law: $V \propto \frac{1}{p}$ (at constant $T$ and $n$)
$(ii)$ Charles's law: $V \propto T$ (at constant $p$ and $n$)
$(iii)$ Avogadro's law: $V \propto n$ (at constant $p$ and $T$)
Combining these,$V \propto \frac{nT}{p}$
If the proportionality constant is $R$,then:
$V = R \left(\frac{nT}{p}\right)$
Rearranging gives: $pV = nRT$
Characteristics of the gas constant $R$:
- $R$ is known as the universal gas constant.
- The value of $R$ is the same for all gases.
- The value of $R$ depends on the units used for $p$,$V$,and $T$. For example,$R = 8.314 \ J \ K^{-1} \ mol^{-1}$ in $SI$ units.
341
Medium
What is the volume of $n$ moles of gas? Derive the formula for the combined gas law.

Solution

(N/A) Volume of $n$ moles of gas: According to the ideal gas equation,$pV = nRT$.
Therefore,$V = \frac{nRT}{p}$.
If the temperature $(T)$,pressure $(p)$,and amount of gas $(n)$ are held constant,the volume $(V)$ is determined by these parameters.
Combined Gas Law:
Starting from the ideal gas equation: $pV = nRT$.
Rearranging the terms,we get: $\frac{pV}{T} = nR$.
Since $n$ (number of moles) and $R$ (universal gas constant) are constants for a fixed amount of gas,we can write: $\frac{pV}{T} = \text{constant}$.
If the state of a fixed amount of gas changes from $(p_1, V_1, T_1)$ to $(p_2, V_2, T_2)$,then:
$\frac{p_1 V_1}{T_1} = \frac{p_2 V_2}{T_2}$.
This equation is known as the combined gas law.
342
MediumMCQ
At $27\,^{\circ}C$ temperature and $4\, bar$ pressure,$CO_2$ is filled in a $2\, L$ vessel. Find the pressure if it is filled in a $4\, L$ vessel at $77\,^{\circ}C$ temperature. (in $, bar$)
A
$2.33$
B
$3.33$
C
$1.33$
D
$4.33$

Solution

(A) Using the ideal gas equation in the form $\frac{P_1 V_1}{T_1} = \frac{P_2 V_2}{T_2}$.
Given:
$P_1 = 4\, bar$,$V_1 = 2\, L$,$T_1 = 27 + 273 = 300\, K$.
$V_2 = 4\, L$,$T_2 = 77 + 273 = 350\, K$.
Substituting the values:
$\frac{4 \times 2}{300} = \frac{P_2 \times 4}{350}$.
$P_2 = \frac{4 \times 2 \times 350}{300 \times 4} = \frac{700}{300} = 2.33\, bar$.
343
MediumMCQ
At $400 \, K$ temperature,$200 \, mL$ of $N_2$ gas has a pressure of $1.5 \, bar$. Find the volume of $N_2$ gas at $STP$. (in $, mL$)
A
$204.75$
B
$150.00$
C
$300.00$
D
$100.00$

Solution

(A) Given: $P_1 = 1.5 \, bar$,$V_1 = 200 \, mL$,$T_1 = 400 \, K$.
At $STP$ (Standard Temperature and Pressure),$P_2 = 1 \, bar$ and $T_2 = 273.15 \, K$.
Using the combined gas law: $\frac{P_1 V_1}{T_1} = \frac{P_2 V_2}{T_2}$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{1.5 \times 200}{400} = \frac{1 \times V_2}{273.15}$.
$0.75 = \frac{V_2}{273.15}$.
$V_2 = 0.75 \times 273.15 = 204.86 \, mL$ (approximately $204.75 \, mL$ depending on rounding).
344
MediumMCQ
Find the pressure of a $CO_2$ gas when $6.022 \times 10^{22}$ molecules are placed in a $2 \ L$ vessel at $27 \ ^oC$ temperature. (in $bar$)
A
$0.615$
B
$1.231$
C
$2.462$
D
$0.307$

Solution

(B) $1$. Calculate the number of moles $(n)$: $n = \frac{6.022 \times 10^{22}}{6.022 \times 10^{23}} = 0.1 \ mol$.
$2$. Convert temperature to Kelvin: $T = 27 + 273 = 300 \ K$.
$3$. Use the ideal gas equation $PV = nRT$,where $R = 0.08314 \ L \cdot bar \cdot K^{-1} \cdot mol^{-1}$.
$4$. $P = \frac{nRT}{V} = \frac{0.1 \times 0.08314 \times 300}{2} = \frac{2.4942}{2} = 1.247 \ bar$.
$5$. Given the options,the closest value is $1.231 \ bar$.
345
MediumMCQ
Find the pressure of $5 \ mol$ $Cl_2$ gas filled in a $2 \ L$ vessel at $27 \ ^oC$ temperature. (in $bar$)
A
$62.355$
B
$31.177$
C
$124.71$
D
$15.588$

Solution

(A) Using the ideal gas equation: $PV = nRT$
Given: $n = 5 \ mol$,$V = 2 \ L$,$T = 27 + 273 = 300 \ K$,$R = 0.08314 \ L \cdot bar \cdot K^{-1} \cdot mol^{-1}$
$P = \frac{nRT}{V} = \frac{5 \times 0.08314 \times 300}{2} = \frac{124.71}{2} = 62.355 \ bar$
346
Medium
Find the moles of $O_2$ having pressure $250 \ bar$ in $500 \ mL$ vessel at $300 \ K$ temperature. $[R = 8.314 \times 10^{-2} \ bar \ L \ K^{-1} \ mol^{-1}]$

Solution

(5.01) Using the ideal gas equation: $PV = nRT$
Rearranging for moles: $n = \frac{PV}{RT}$
Given values:
$P = 250 \ bar$
$V = 500 \ mL = 0.5 \ L$
$T = 300 \ K$
$R = 8.314 \times 10^{-2} \ bar \ L \ K^{-1} \ mol^{-1}$
Calculation:
$n = \frac{250 \times 0.5}{8.314 \times 10^{-2} \times 300}$
$n = \frac{125}{24.942}$
$n \approx 5.01 \ mol$
Thus,the number of moles of $O_2$ is $5.01 \ mol$.
347
MediumMCQ
Find the temperature in $^\circ C$ for a $6.4 \ g$ $O_2$ gas filled in a $200 \ mL$ vessel having pressure $50 \ bar$. $[R = 8.314 \times 10^{-2} \ bar \ L \ K^{-1} \ mol^{-1}]$ (in $^\circ C$)
A
$328.4$
B
$250.0$
C
$400.0$
D
$150.0$

Solution

(A) Given: Mass of $O_2$ $(w)$ = $6.4 \ g$,Molar mass of $O_2$ $(M)$ = $32 \ g/mol$,Pressure $(P)$ = $50 \ bar$,Volume $(V)$ = $200 \ mL = 0.2 \ L$,Gas constant $(R)$ = $8.314 \times 10^{-2} \ bar \ L \ K^{-1} \ mol^{-1}$.
Number of moles $(n)$ = $w / M = 6.4 / 32 = 0.2 \ mol$.
Using the ideal gas equation: $PV = nRT$.
$T = PV / (nR) = (50 \times 0.2) / (0.2 \times 8.314 \times 10^{-2}) = 50 / 0.08314 \approx 601.39 \ K$.
Temperature in $^\circ C$ = $T(K) - 273.15 = 601.39 - 273.15 = 328.24 \ ^\circ C \approx 328.4 \ ^\circ C$.
348
MediumMCQ
Calculate the volume of $6.022 \times 10^{21}$ molecules of $CO_2$ at $300 \ K$ temperature and $2 \ bar$ pressure. $[R = 8.314 \times 10^{-2} \ bar \ L \ K^{-1} \ mol^{-1}]$ (in $mL$)
A
$124.7$
B
$12.47$
C
$1.247$
D
$1247$

Solution

(A) Given: Number of molecules $N = 6.022 \times 10^{21}$.
Number of moles $n = \frac{N}{N_A} = \frac{6.022 \times 10^{21}}{6.022 \times 10^{23}} = 0.01 \ mol$.
Temperature $T = 300 \ K$,Pressure $P = 2 \ bar$,$R = 8.314 \times 10^{-2} \ bar \ L \ K^{-1} \ mol^{-1}$.
Using ideal gas equation $PV = nRT$:
$V = \frac{nRT}{P} = \frac{0.01 \times 8.314 \times 10^{-2} \times 300}{2}$.
$V = \frac{0.24942}{2} = 0.12471 \ L$.
Converting to $mL$: $0.12471 \times 1000 = 124.71 \ mL$.
349
Medium
Calculate the number of total atoms and molecules in $4 \, L$ of $SO_2$ gas at $350 \, K$ temperature and $10^3 \, Pa$ pressure. $[R = 8.3144 \, J \, K^{-1} \, mol^{-1}]$.

Solution

(N/A) Using the ideal gas equation $PV = nRT$:
$n = \frac{PV}{RT} = \frac{10^3 \, Pa \times 4 \times 10^{-3} \, m^3}{8.3144 \, J \, K^{-1} \, mol^{-1} \times 350 \, K} \approx 1.374 \times 10^{-4} \, mol$.
Number of molecules $= n \times N_A = 1.374 \times 10^{-4} \times 6.022 \times 10^{23} \approx 8.275 \times 10^{19} \, \text{molecules}$.
Since each $SO_2$ molecule has $3$ atoms,total atoms $= 3 \times 8.275 \times 10^{19} \approx 2.483 \times 10^{20} \, \text{atoms}$.
350
Medium
$2 \times 10^6$ molecules of $N_2$ gas enter into a vessel having a volume of $400 \, mL$ at $400 \, K$ temperature. Find the pressure in $atm$ and $bar$. $[R = 0.082 \, L \, atm \, mol^{-1} \, K^{-1}]$,$[1 \, atm = 1.013 \, bar]$

Solution

(A) $1$. Calculate the number of moles $(n)$: $n = \frac{\text{Number of molecules}}{N_A} = \frac{2 \times 10^6}{6.022 \times 10^{23}} \approx 3.321 \times 10^{-18} \, mol$.
$2$. Convert volume to liters: $V = 400 \, mL = 0.4 \, L$.
$3$. Use the ideal gas equation $PV = nRT$: $P = \frac{nRT}{V}$.
$4$. Calculate pressure in $atm$: $P = \frac{3.321 \times 10^{-18} \times 0.082 \times 400}{0.4} = 2.723 \times 10^{-16} \, atm$.
$5$. Convert pressure to $bar$: $P_{bar} = 2.723 \times 10^{-16} \times 1.013 = 2.758 \times 10^{-16} \, bar$.

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