Temp Assumption

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Elena Liu 2J
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Temp Assumption

Postby Elena Liu 2J » Wed Feb 21, 2024 12:14 am

When not given the temperature, am I supposed to assume room temp (298 K) or STP (273K)?

Tavish M 2A
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Re: Temp Assumption

Postby Tavish M 2A » Wed Feb 21, 2024 12:17 am

You should only assume this if it is given that the system is at standard conditions.

Destiny Caldwell 3J
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Re: Temp Assumption

Postby Destiny Caldwell 3J » Mon Feb 26, 2024 5:48 pm

When the temperature is not specified, it's important to consider the context of the problem and the conditions being discussed. Room temperature is if the problem involves everyday situations or laboratory experiments conducted at room temperature, assuming 298 K might be appropriate. STP is commonly used in gas law calculations and standardization of experimental conditions.

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Re: Temp Assumption

Postby 206190205 » Fri Mar 15, 2024 9:33 pm

Hello,
When going through a problem its best not to assume the temperature unless they explicitly state it. If they don't tell you the temperature odds are that you're probably going to use a different formula that doesn't require that.


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