Question

Define the compressibility factor of an ideal gas.

Answer 1

Compressibility factor of an ideal gas:

1. The ratio of a gas's molar volume to that of an ideal gas at constant temperature and pressure is known as the compressibility factor (Z), sometimes known as the compression factor.
2. The compressibility factor for an ideal gas is unity, which is typically written as $\mathrm{Z}=\mathrm{PV}/\mathrm{RT}$.
3. Do not mistake it with the isothermal compressibility coefficient. In the majority of engineering activities, the compressibility factor is used as a correction factor for optimal behavior.