Volume of vessel occupied by molecules

In summary, the question is whether the volume occupied by atomic and molecular oxygen in a closed vessel will be equal to the total volume of the vessel. This is because in a mixture of gases, the pressure exerted by each gas is equivalent to the pressure it would exert if it occupied the entire volume. Therefore, the same volume (V) is considered for both species according to Dalton's law of partial pressures.
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Suppose a closed vessel of volume V contains a mixture of atomic and molecular Oxygen. Will the volume of the vessel occupied by each species be equal to V? I have this doubt because in my book in order to determine the pressure exerted by each species they have taken the volume as V in each case.


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by dalton's law of partial pressures, in a mixture of gases, pressure by each gas is equivalent to the the pressure it would exert if it fills up the whole volume itself.
So, same volume is considered (in this case, V)
 
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f(x) said:
by dalton's law of partial pressures, in a mixture of gases, pressure by each gas is equivalent to the the pressure it would exert if it fills up the whole volume itself.
So, same volume is considered (in this case, V)

Thanks buddy.
 

What is the "volume of vessel occupied by molecules"?

The volume of vessel occupied by molecules refers to the amount of space that the molecules of a substance take up inside a container or vessel. It is a measurement of the physical size of the molecules in relation to the container they are in.

How is the volume of vessel occupied by molecules calculated?

The volume of vessel occupied by molecules is calculated by multiplying the number of molecules in the container by the average volume of each molecule. This can be determined by dividing the mass of the substance by its density.

What factors affect the volume of vessel occupied by molecules?

The volume of vessel occupied by molecules can be affected by various factors, such as the size and shape of the molecules, the temperature and pressure of the container, and the intermolecular forces between the molecules.

Why is the volume of vessel occupied by molecules important in scientific research?

The volume of vessel occupied by molecules is important in scientific research because it helps us understand the physical properties and behavior of substances. It can also provide insights into how a substance will interact with its environment and other substances.

How does the volume of vessel occupied by molecules relate to the concept of density?

The volume of vessel occupied by molecules is directly related to the concept of density. As the volume of molecules increases, the density of the substance will also increase. This is because more molecules are taking up space in a given volume, making the substance more compact and thus increasing its density.

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