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Ch.13 - Solutions
Chapter 13, Problem 5

Use Henry’s Law to determine the molar solubility of helium at a pressure of 1.0 atm and 25 °C.

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Identify the formula for Henry's Law: \( C = k_H \cdot P \), where \( C \) is the concentration (molar solubility), \( k_H \) is the Henry's Law constant, and \( P \) is the pressure.
Look up the Henry's Law constant \( k_H \) for helium at 25 °C. This value is typically given in units of \( \text{mol/L·atm} \).
Substitute the given pressure (1.0 atm) and the Henry's Law constant \( k_H \) into the Henry's Law equation.
Solve the equation for \( C \) to find the molar solubility of helium at the specified conditions.
Ensure the units are consistent and the final answer is expressed in molarity (mol/L).