An ideal solution has two components A and B. A is more volatile than B, i.e., P∘A>P∘B and also P∘A>Ptotal. If XA and YA are mole fractions of components A in liquid and vapour phases, then :
A
XA=YA
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B
XA>YA
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C
XA<YA
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D
Data insufficient
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Solution
The correct option is CXA<YA According to Raoult's law, the partial pressure of a component of solution is equal to its mole fraction in the solution multiplied by its vapour pressure in pure state. Hence, PA=PoAXA ......(1) According to Dalton law of partial pressures, the partial pressure of a component of a gas is equal to the product of the total pressure and mole fraction of the gas in gaseous state. PA=PTYA ......(2) Combining equations (1) and (2) we get PoAXA=PTYA But PoA>PT Hence, XA<YA