Physical Chemistry
Physical Chemistry
3rd Edition
ISBN: 9780321812001
Author: ENGEL, Thomas/ Reid
Publisher: Pearson College Div
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Chapter 7, Problem 7.1NP
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation : The value of a and b in Van der Waals equation should be estimated.

Concept Introduction :

The compression factor for an van der Waals gas is represented as follows:

  z=1+(baRT)1Vm

  TB=aRb

Here,

z − compression factor

b − correction for volume

a − correction for intermolecular forces

R − universal gas constant

T − temperature

Vm − molar volume

TB − Boyle temperature

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