Assuming that the gas becomes saturated with benzene vapor and that the total gas volume and temperature remain constant, what is the vapor pressure of the benzene in torr?

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Winston Lowery

Chemistry

6 September, 03:50

Assuming that the gas becomes saturated with benzene vapor and that the total gas volume and temperature remain constant, what is the vapor pressure of the benzene in torr?

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Lucy Mccullough · Answer 1

87.07 torr

Explanation:

n:7.7059 g-5.9203 g = 1.7856 g

Molar mass of benzene = 78.11g/mol

n=1.7856 g / 78.11g/mol = 0.023 mol

T = 273 + 28 = 301 K

PV=nRT.

Weget

P=nRT/V

P = (0.023 mol x 8.3 J/molK x 301 K) / 0.00495m3 = 11608. 3Pa = 87. 07 Torr

Answer: 87. 07 Torr