Average molecular weight of air is about ____________________?

Correct answer: B. 29

  • A. 21
  • B. 29
  • C. 23
  • D. 79

Explanation

Dry air is mainly nitrogen, with oxygen and small amounts of other gases; its composition gives a weighted average molecular weight of approximately 28.97. Hence the practical value used in calculations is 29.

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