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Published on: August 14, 2026
The correct option for the value of vapour pressure of a solution at
with benzene to
octane in molar ratio
is [At
vapour pressure of benzene is 280 mm Hg and that of octane is 420 mm Hg . Assume ideal gas].
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
Molar ratio of benzene to octane, 
Let
Total number of moles
Mole fraction of benzene,

Mole fraction of octane,

Vapour pressure of benzene,

Total vapour pressure of solution,

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