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The van der Waals equation adjusts for properties of real gases with correction

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Question

The van der Waals equation adjusts for properties of real gases with correction factors 'a' and 'b'. Between NO and N2, which would have larger correction factor 'b' and why?


A.

NO will have a larger 'b' value because it is larger


B.

N2 will have a larger 'b' value because it is larger


C.

NO will have a larger 'b' value because it has stronger intermolecular forces


D.

N2 will have a larger 'b' value because it has stronger intermolecular forces


A.

NO will have a larger 'b' value because it is larger


B.

N2 will have a larger 'b' value because it is larger


C.

NO will have a larger 'b' value because it has stronger intermolecular forces


D.

N2 will have a larger 'b' value because it has stronger intermolecular forces

Explanation / Answer

b value denotes intermolecular forces

NO has greater intermolecular forces due to interation of N of one molecule with O of other

Hence:

NO will have a larger 'b' value because it has stronger intermolecular forces

NO will have a larger 'b' value because it has stronger intermolecular forces