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Does anyone know what the average distance between water molecules at rtp is, or how I could work this out?
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huda123 said:Taking into account the density of water = 1 Kg/L = 1 g/cm3 and the molecular weight to be 18 g/mol then the number of moles found in unit volume is:
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The average distance between water molecules is approximately 0.1 nanometers (nm). This distance can vary slightly depending on temperature and pressure conditions.
The average distance between water molecules is calculated using the equation d = √(V/N), where d is the distance, V is the volume of the container, and N is the number of water molecules present.
The average distance between water molecules is important because it affects the physical properties of water, such as density, viscosity, and surface tension. It also plays a role in many chemical reactions involving water.
Yes, the average distance between water molecules changes in different states of matter. In solid ice, the molecules are tightly packed and the average distance is smaller compared to liquid water, where the molecules are more spread out. In gaseous water vapor, the average distance is much larger.
Yes, the average distance between water molecules can be changed by altering the temperature, pressure, or by adding other substances to the water. For example, increasing the temperature can cause the molecules to move farther apart, while adding salt can decrease the average distance between the molecules.