Chapter 1, Problem 45A

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Ozone particles needed to form 24 particles of oxygen gas $(O_2)$ needs to be determined.

Concept introduction:

Ozone is a substance made up of oxygen and is present in the atmosphere responsible for absorbing some of the harmful radiations before they reach earth’s surface. It is located in the stratosphere.

Answer to Problem 45A

24 oxygen gas $(O_2)$ particles could be formed by 24 ozone particles $(O_3)$, when reacted with 24 carbon monoxide (CO).

Explanation of Solution

Since one carbon and one ozone molecule react to form one carbon monoxide and one oxygen gas particle. That is $C+O_3\to CO+O_2$

So, to form 24 oxygen molecules, 24 ozone particles are required.

This is represented as follows:

$24C+24O_3\to 24CO+24O_2$

Conclusion

Thus, 24 ozone particles will be required to form 24 oxygen gas ( $O_2$ ).