Pressure using Modified Berthelot Equation given Reduced and Actual Parameters Calculator

Pressure Formula:

\[ p = \frac{[R] \times T}{V_m} \times \left(1 + \left(\frac{9P_r}{128T_r}\right) \times \left(1 - \frac{6}{T_r^2}\right)\right) \]

Temperature (T):

Molar Volume (V_m):

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Reduced Pressure (P_r):

Reduced Temperature (T_r):

Pressure (p):

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1. What is the Modified Berthelot Equation?

Definition: The Modified Berthelot equation is a thermodynamic equation of state that relates pressure, temperature, molar volume, reduced pressure, and reduced temperature for real gases.

Purpose: It provides a more accurate calculation of pressure for real gases compared to the ideal gas law, especially at moderate pressures and temperatures.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

\[ p = \frac{[R] \times T}{V_m} \times \left(1 + \left(\frac{9P_r}{128T_r}\right) \times \left(1 - \frac{6}{T_r^2}\right)\right) \]

Where:

\( p \) — Pressure (Pascal)
\( [R] \) — Universal gas constant (8.31446261815324 J/(mol·K))
\( T \) — Temperature (Kelvin)
\( V_m \) — Molar Volume (m³/mol)
\( P_r \) — Reduced Pressure (dimensionless)
\( T_r \) — Reduced Temperature (dimensionless)

Explanation: The equation modifies the ideal gas law with correction terms that account for molecular interactions and non-ideal behavior.

3. Importance of the Modified Berthelot Equation

Details: This equation provides better accuracy than the ideal gas law for real gases under many conditions, while remaining relatively simple compared to more complex equations of state.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the temperature in Kelvin, molar volume in m³/mol, reduced pressure (dimensionless), and reduced temperature (dimensionless). All values must be positive.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is reduced pressure and temperature?
A: Reduced pressure (P_r) is the ratio of actual pressure to critical pressure. Reduced temperature (T_r) is the ratio of actual temperature to critical temperature.

Q2: When is this equation most accurate?
A: The Modified Berthelot equation works well for moderate pressures (not too high) and temperatures above the critical temperature.

Q3: What are typical values for reduced parameters?
A: Reduced parameters typically range from 0 to 1 for subcritical conditions, but can be greater than 1 for supercritical conditions.

Q4: How do I find critical properties?
A: Critical properties (temperature and pressure) are tabulated for many substances in thermodynamic reference tables.

Q5: What are the limitations of this equation?
A: It becomes less accurate at very high pressures or near the critical point where more complex equations of state are needed.