Question 3
Gas LawsThe deviation of real gases from ideal behavior is mainly due to
- A.low molecular mass
- B.absence of intermolecular forces
- C.large molar volume
- D.intermolecular forces and finite molecular volume
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (intermolecular forces and finite molecular volume)
Explanation
An ideal gas is imagined to have no attractions between particles and particles of no size. Real gas particles attract each other and have their own volume, which is why they deviate, especially at high pressure and low temperature.