As one gains altitude in the atmosphere, based on the ionization energies shown
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Question
As one gains altitude in the atmosphere, based on the ionization energies shown below, which sequence of mole fractions is the correct one?
Given:
N2 + hv > N2 + e- =Ionization Energy is 1495kj/mol
O2 + hv > O2 + e- =Ionization Energy is 1205kj/mol
O + hv > O + e- =Ionization Energy is 1313kj/mol
NO + hv > NO + e- =Ionization Energy is 890kj/mol
1. NO > O2 > O > N2
2. N2 > O2 > O > NO
3. N2 > O > O2 > NO
4. N2 > N > NO > O2
5. All will be equal.
Explanation / Answer
Answer 3
3. N2 > O > O2 > NO
Reason: With increasing the ionization energy value the molefraction of species increases
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