Chemistry The average separation between H2O molecules in pure water

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To calculate the average separation between H2O molecules in pure water, one can start by using the known diameter of a water molecule, which is 0.29 nm. The discussion suggests using the Bohr equation for calculations, although its relevance to this specific problem is unclear. Another approach mentioned involves using the formula for average spacing based on molecular density and volume. By determining the number of molecules in a specified volume, such as a cube of 10 x 10 x 10 nm, one can derive the average separation. Overall, the key to solving the problem lies in understanding molecular density and applying appropriate formulas.
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I can't answer to that question, and I don't know how to. I have to calculate the average separation between H2O molecules in pure water.


Homework Equations



The diameter of the molecule is 0.29 nm

I think we can use the bohr equation to resolve it? r = (ε0*h2) / (π*m*e2)

I also found this : ω (which is the average spacing) = 1/n = 4π/3=r03 (from here)

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I don't know.- I don't want the answer just some clue to get the answer. :)

Thank you.
 
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Using the density and the mass per molecule, you can figure out the number of molecules per, say 10 x 10 x 10 nm...
 
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