Chapter 12, Problem 12.87SP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The concentration in mg/L of dissolved O₂ in blood (or water) at the partial pressure of 68 mm Hg and normal body temperature of 37 ^oC have to determine.

Concept introduction:

Solubility:

It is a property of liquid, gas or solid elements or compounds to dissolve in liquid or gas. The extent of which is expressed in terms of mole per litter, gram per litter etc.
Given: At an altitude of 10,000 ft, the partial pressure of oxygen in the lungs is about 68 mm Hg. The solubility of O₂ in water at 37 ^oC and 1 atm partial pressure is $1.93\times {10}^{-3}$ mol/L.