Which gas among the following is the easiest to liquify?

Which gas among the following is the easiest to liquify?
  1. $\mathrm{SO}_2$
  2. $\mathrm{N}_2$
  3. $\mathrm{NH}_3$
  4. $\mathrm{CO}_2$

Solution

$\mathrm{SO}_2$ is a polar molecule with strong intermolecular forces of attraction and high value of van der Waals' constant '$a$' Also $\mathrm{SO}_2$ is a temporary gas that has high critical temperature. So, it can be liquified easily.

Asked in: AP EAMCET 2021 (23 Aug Shift 2)

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