moles of liquid X and moles of liquid Y make a solution having a vapour pressure of . The vapour pressures of pure X and Y are and respectively. Which of the following is true regarding the described solution?
- AThe solution shows positive deviation.
- BThe solution shows negative deviation.
- CThe solution is ideal.
- DThe solution has volume greater than the sum of individual volumes.
Solution & Step-by-step Explanation
3. Compare with observed pressure: .Since , the solution shows negative deviation from Raoult's law.