answersLogoWhite

0

In all the fields of science (and also in economy, politics, moral, medicine, etc.) the ideal state is only a word. The ideal doesn't exist but it is very necessary to elaborate valid theories. In conclusion one can say that xenon is still a (quasi)ideal gas.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

Still curious? Ask our experts.

Chat with our AI personalities

SteveSteve
Knowledge is a journey, you know? We'll get there.
Chat with Steve
JudyJudy
Simplicity is my specialty.
Chat with Judy
EzraEzra
Faith is not about having all the answers, but learning to ask the right questions.
Chat with Ezra
More answers

Xenon deviates from ideal gas behavior due to its relatively large atomic/molecular size and interactions between xenon atoms. At higher pressures and lower temperatures, these interactions become more significant, causing xenon to deviate from ideal gas behavior. These deviations are better described by the Van der Waals equation or other equations of state.

User Avatar

AnswerBot

9mo ago
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Why does xenon not behave like an ideal gas?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Continue Learning about Chemistry