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- Homework Statement
- I have put a picture of the task below. Anyone who can help solving it?
- Relevant Equations
- (P + an^2/V^2)(V−nb) = nRT
A Van der Waals gas is a type of gas that follows the Van der Waals equation, which takes into account the intermolecular forces between gas particles. These forces, known as Van der Waals forces, are responsible for the deviations from ideal gas behavior.
Some of the properties of Van der Waals gases include non-ideal behavior at high pressures and low temperatures, a smaller compressibility factor compared to ideal gases, and a higher critical temperature and pressure.
Van der Waals gases have various applications, including in refrigeration and air conditioning systems, as propellants in aerosol sprays, and as working fluids in heat engines.
The ideal gas law assumes that gas particles have no volume and do not interact with each other. The Van der Waals equation accounts for the volume of gas particles and the attractive forces between them, making it more accurate at high pressures and low temperatures.
Yes, Van der Waals gases can be liquefied at temperatures below their critical temperature and pressures above their critical pressure. This is due to the stronger intermolecular forces present in these gases compared to ideal gases.