Question

Derive an expression for the Vander Waal s equation. Give the significance of the constants used in the equation ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Van der Waals constant 'a': 'a' is related to the magnitude of the attractive forces among the molecules of a particular gas. Greater the value of'a' , more will be the attractive forces. Van der Waals constant 'b': 'b' determines the volume occupied by the gas molecules which depends upon size of molecule.

Answer 2

Answer:

Vander Waal is weak force