The thermal conductivity of Kr is roughly half that of Ar under identical pressure and temperature conditions.

Question:

The thermal conductivity of Kr is roughly half that of Ar under identical pressure and temperature conditions. Both gases are monatomic such that CV,m = 3/2R.

a. Why would one expect the thermal conductivity of Kr to be less than that of Ar?

b. Determine the ratio of collisional cross sections for Ar relative to Kr assuming identical pressure and temperature conditions.

c. For Kr at 273 K at 1atm,κ = 0.0087 J K −1 m−1 s−1. Determine the collisional cross section of Kr.

Fantastic news! We've Found the answer you've been seeking!

Step by Step Answer:

Related Book For  book-img-for-question

Physical Chemistry

ISBN: 978-0321812001

3rd edition

Authors: Thomas Engel, Philip Reid

Question Posted: