De broglie wavelength for helium and distance between atoms

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To calculate the average de Broglie wavelength of helium atoms at room temperature and atmospheric pressure, one must use the relationship between kinetic energy, temperature, and the Boltzmann constant. The average kinetic energy of helium atoms is given by (3/2)kT, which can be used to find the velocity of the atoms. The de Broglie wavelength can then be calculated using the formula λ = h/mv, where h is Planck's constant and m is the mass of a helium atom. Additionally, the average distance between atoms can be derived from the ideal gas law, PV = NRT, to find the number density. Finally, under these conditions, the atoms can be treated as particles due to their relatively large separation compared to their de Broglie wavelength.
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Homework Statement


Consider a balloon filled with helium gas at room temperature (T = 294 K) and atmospheric pressure. Calculate (a) the average de Broglie wavelength of the helium atoms and (b) the average distance between atoms under these conditions. The average kinetic energy of an atom is equal to (3/2)kT, where k is the Boltzmann constant. (c) Can the atoms be treated as particles under these conditions?

Homework Equations



PV=NRT

mv=h/λ

v=sqrt(2KE/m)[/B]

The Attempt at a Solution



no idea where to start [/B]
 
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Well, you could start with expanding on your relevant equations: what are the variables/constants that feature in them, how do they relate to the given information in the problem statement. See if you are still missing something, etc. Elementary problem solving steps.
 
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