A sample of gas contains four gases (He,Ne,Ar,and Xe)with the following partial pressures: He (43 mm Hg),Ar (835 mm Hg),and Xe (111 mm Hg). If the total pressure in the container is 1355 mm Hg,what is the partial pressure of Ne in the sample?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The total pressure in the container is the sum of the partial pressures of all the gases present. To find the partial pressure of Ne, subtract the sum of the partial pressures of He, Ar, and Xe from the total pressure: 1355 mm Hg - (43 mm Hg + 835 mm Hg + 111 mm Hg) = 1355 mm Hg - 989 mm Hg = 366 mm Hg.

A Sample of Gas Contains Four Gases (He,Ne,Ar,and Xe)with the Following