Vapour Phase Mole Fraction Formula:
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Definition: This calculator determines the mole fraction of a component in the vapour phase at equilibrium using Henry's Law for vapor-liquid equilibrium (VLE) systems.
Purpose: It helps chemical engineers and researchers predict the distribution of components between phases in non-ideal systems.
The calculator uses Henry's Law formula:
Where:
Explanation: The liquid phase mole fraction is multiplied by Henry's constant and divided by total pressure to get the vapour phase composition.
Details: Accurate prediction of vapour phase composition is crucial for distillation design, absorption processes, and environmental emission calculations.
Tips: Enter the liquid phase mole fraction (0-1), Henry's Law constant, and total pressure. All values must be positive, with xLiquid between 0 and 1.
Q1: When is Henry's Law applicable?
A: Henry's Law applies to dilute solutions where the solute concentration is low and interactions between solute molecules are negligible.
Q2: What are typical units for Henry's constant?
A: Common units are Pa·m³/mol, atm·m³/mol, or bar·m³/mol. Ensure units match your pressure units.
Q3: How does temperature affect the calculation?
A: Henry's constant is temperature-dependent. Use values measured at your system temperature.
Q4: Can I use this for multi-component systems?
A: This calculates for one component. For mixtures, repeat for each component and ensure Σyi ≤ 1.
Q5: What if my result is greater than 1?
A: This suggests invalid inputs or conditions where Henry's Law doesn't apply (high concentrations).