Which one has the lowest density at room temperature ?
Correct answer: C. NH3
- A. Ne
- B. N2
- C. NH3
- D. CO
Explanation
At the same temperature and pressure, gas density is proportional to molar mass. NH3 has molar mass 17 g mol-1, lower than Ne at about 20.2 g mol-1, N2 at 28 g mol-1 and CO at 28 g mol-1, so NH3 has the lowest density. Students may choose Ne because it is a light noble gas, but ammonia is lighter.
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