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Definition: The Critical Volume is the volume occupied by the unit mass of gas at critical temperature and pressure.
Purpose: This calculator helps determine the critical volume of real gases using the Clausius parameter b, critical temperature, and critical pressure.
The calculator uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula combines the Clausius parameter with temperature and pressure terms to estimate the critical volume.
Details: Critical volume is essential for understanding gas behavior near critical points and for designing industrial processes involving real gases.
Tips: Enter the Clausius parameter b, critical temperature (must be > 0 K), and critical pressure (must be > 0 Pa). All values must be positive.
Q1: What is Clausius Parameter b?
A: It's an empirical parameter characteristic to the Clausius equation of state for real gases.
Q2: What are typical units for critical volume?
A: The standard SI unit is cubic meters (m³), though liters may be used for smaller quantities.
Q3: Why is critical temperature important?
A: It's the highest temperature at which the substance can exist as a liquid, where phase boundaries vanish.
Q4: What's the significance of critical pressure?
A: It's the minimum pressure required to liquify a substance at the critical temperature.
Q5: Can this calculator be used for ideal gases?
A: No, this specifically uses the Clausius model for real gas behavior.