Calculating the triple point of benzene

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SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on calculating the triple point of benzene using provided temperature and pressure values, along with its melting point and densities in solid and liquid states. Participants emphasize the importance of constructing a phase diagram and suggest that only two equations are necessary to solve for the two variables, pressure (P) and temperature (T). The user seeks clarification on whether to set the heats of fusion, vaporization, and sublimation equal to each other and which equations to apply for accurate calculations.

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  • Understanding of phase diagrams and their construction
  • Knowledge of thermodynamic properties of substances, specifically benzene
  • Familiarity with heat of fusion, vaporization, and sublimation concepts
  • Basic mathematical skills for solving equations
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  • Research the Clausius-Clapeyron equation for phase transitions
  • Learn about the specific heat capacities of benzene in different states
  • Study the construction and interpretation of phase diagrams
  • Explore the thermodynamic properties of benzene, including its heat of fusion and vaporization
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Homework Statement


We're given various temperature and pressure values for benzene as well as its melting point and densities for when it's a solid and when it's a liquid. We're asked to construct a phase diagram based on the given data and locate the triple point - graphically and mathematically for an additional bonus mark.


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The Attempt at a Solution


I've made my phase diagram and it looks quite dandy but the only thing I don't know how to do is calculate the triple point mathematically.

I'm inclined to setting my values of heat of fusion, vaporization and sublimation equal to each other but I'm unsure as to which equation I use. Would it be the http://upload.wikimedia.org/math/2/5/a/25af58f66f466bb2a5abc84306631456.png" or is there something else more suitable? Or is my way of approaching the problem not the right one at all?

Any pointers would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
 
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I think you have a good plan but I think you only need 2 equations (so choose 2 of the heats) since you want to know 2 variables P and T
 

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