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Is 1 Mol of Gas 22.4 L?

Verified Answer

Yes, 1 mole of any ideal gas occupies 22.4 liters at standard temperature and pressure (STP): 0°C (273.15 K) and 1 atmosphere pressure.

Molar Volume Law:

  • At STP: 1 mole of any gas = 22.4 L
  • Applies to: All ideal gases
  • Basis: Avogadro's law (equal volumes contain equal numbers of molecules at same conditions)

STP Conditions:

  • Temperature: 0°C or 273.15 K
  • Pressure: 1 atm or 101.325 kPa

Examples:

  • 1 mol O₂ = 22.4 L at STP
  • 1 mol N₂ = 22.4 L at STP
  • 1 mol CH₄ = 22.4 L at STP

Important Note:

  • Only true at STP
  • Different conditions require ideal gas law (PV = nRT)

Importants Points:

  • At STP: 1 mole gas = 22.4 L
  • Conditions: 0°C and 1 atm
  • Applies to: All ideal gases