20 Physics -- Ideal Gas

What is the difference between a real and an ideal gas? Explain on the basis of the hypothesis of the kinetic theory.

What is the difference between a real and an ideal gas? Explain on the basis of the hypothesis of the kinetic theory.

Ideal gas:

An ideal gas is defined as a gas that obeys gas laws at all condition of pressure and temperature. Ideal gases have velocity and mass. They do not have volume. When compared to the total volume of the gas the volume occupied by the gas is negligible. It does not condense and does not have triple point.


Real gas:

A real gas is defined as a gas that does not obey gas laws at all standard pressure and temperature conditions. When the gas becomes massive and voluminous it deviates from its ideal behaviour. Real gases have velocity, volume and mass. When they are cooled to their boiling point, they liquefy. When compared to the total volume of the gas the volume occupied by the gas is not negligible.

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