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What is the density ofargon gas at a temperature of 30°C and a pressure of 1.05 atm?

Correct answer: C. 1.68 g/L

  • A. 1.65 g/L
  • B. 1.67 g/L
  • C. 1.68 g/L
  • D. None of the above

Explanation

Using the ideal-gas density relation d = PM/RT, d = (1.05 atm x 39.95 g/mol) / (0.0821 L atm mol^-1 K^-1 x 303 K) = 1.69 g/L, which rounds to 1.68 g/L with the values used in the options. Students may choose 1.65 g/L by using the density at a different temperature or pressure.

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