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The rate of effusion of nitrogen gas (N2) is 1.253 times faster than that of an unknown gas. What is the molecular weight of the unknown gas?

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43.96

Step-by-step explanation:

Graham's law was applied and the rates of effusion of nitrogen and the unknown gas were compared as shown in the image. The unknown gas is heavier than hydrigen hence it effuses slower than hydrogen as anticipated by Graham's law.

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