In Dumas method for estimation of nitrogen 0.30g of an organic compound gave 50ml of nitrogen collected at 300K and 715mm of Hg pressure. What is the percentage composition of nitrogen in the compound if aqueous tension at 300K is 15mm of Hg?
A
15.23%
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B
17.46%
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C
19.23%
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D
22%
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Solution
The correct option is B17.46% Volume of Nitrogen collected at 300K and 715mm
pressure is 50ml
Actual pressure =715−15=700mm
Volume of Nitrogen at STP=273×700×50300×760[Pressure×Vol.×273760×Temperature]