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STANDARD Chemistry Henry's Law MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12

Henry's law constant for molality of methane in benzene at 298 K is 4.27 × 10⁵ mm Hg. The mole fraction of methane in benzene at 298 K under 760 mm Hg is

A

1.78 × 10⁻³

B

17.43

C

0.114

D

2.814

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

According to Henry's law, p = Kₕx. Solving for x gives x = p/Kₕ = 760/4.27 × 10³ = 1.78 × 10⁻³.

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