A mixture of hexane and heptane forms an Ideal solution. Given that their structural vapour pressures at 1000C are respectively 790mmHg and 350mmHg, calculate: The mole fraction of each component in a mixture containing 50.0g of hexane and 70.0g of heptane The partial pressure of each component in the mixture  Draw well labelled vapour pressure composition and boiling point/composition curves for the mixture above.

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A mixture of hexane and heptane forms an Ideal solution. Given that their structural vapour pressures at 1000C are respectively 790mmHg and 350mmHg, calculate:

  • The mole fraction of each component in a mixture containing 50.0g of hexane and 70.0g of heptane
  • The partial pressure of each component in the mixture 
  • Draw well labelled vapour pressure composition and boiling point/composition curves for the mixture above.
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