Vapor Density: 1.3 - What Does it Mean?

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Vapor density of 1.3 indicates that the vapor of the solution is 1.3 times denser than air. Vapor density is not the same as the density of the solution itself; it specifically refers to the density of the vapor phase, typically measured in units such as g/m³ or kg/m³. The discussion highlights the importance of knowing the specific solution to provide more accurate context regarding its vapor density.

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For a solution It says; VAPOR DENSITY: 1.3
Is VAPOR DENSITY the same as Density of that solution? And what is the unit of 1.3?

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Vapor density of 1.3 means, in my opinion, that this solution has 1.3 times more of that molecule in the gas phase than the solution in the equilibrium.
 
Vapor density refers to the density of a vapor, in units such as g/m^3 or kg/m^3. Since you don't indicate any units, I think it means something different here. I found this URL:
http://www.trconsultinggroup.com/safety/oct2001.html
According to that convention, your solution would produce a vapor with a density 1.3 times that of air. What IS the solution? Do you know?
 

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