Chapter 10, Problem 12RQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether $22.4\text{ L}$ is the molar volume of an ideal gas at standard temperature and pressure is to be shown.

Concept Introduction:

The ideal gas law is a hypothetical law that describes the behavior of gases under various conditions. It is represented as:

$PV=n\text{RT}$

Here, $P$ is the pressure in atm, $V$ is the volume of the gas, $n$ is the number of moles of the gas, $\text{R}$ is the gas constant, and $\text{T}$ is the temperature.

Typically, all gases show similar behavior pattern as an ideal gas, under the conditions given.