A and B form an ideal solution. Calculate the mole fraction of B in the vapor phase if the mole fraction of A in the liquid phase is 0.20. The vapor pressures of pure A is 3.0 times greater than that of pure B.

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A and B form an ideal solution. Calculate the mole fraction of B in the vapor phase if
the mole fraction of A in the liquid phase is 0.20. The vapor pressures of pure A is 3.0
times greater than that of pure B.
Transcribed Image Text:A and B form an ideal solution. Calculate the mole fraction of B in the vapor phase if the mole fraction of A in the liquid phase is 0.20. The vapor pressures of pure A is 3.0 times greater than that of pure B.
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