O Levels Chemistry (5070)•5070/12/M/J/20

Explanation
Stoichiometric combustion with water condensation Steps:
- 100 cm³ air contains 20 cm³ O₂ (20%) and 80 cm³ N₂.
- 10 cm³ CH₄ requires 20 cm³ O₂ for complete combustion per CH₄ + 2O₂ → CO₂ + 2H₂O(l).
- Reaction produces 10 cm³ CO₂ (1:1 volume ratio with CH₄); all O₂ consumed, no excess.
- After cooling, H₂O is liquid; gaseous mixture is 10 cm³ CO₂ + 80 cm³ N₂. Why B is correct:
- Lists only the remaining gases (CO₂ from reaction, inert N₂) based on Avogadro's law for gas volumes at RTP. Why the others are wrong:
- A: Includes excess O₂ (none present) and steam (H₂O condenses to liquid).
- C: Identical to B but listed as distractor; assumes no distinction.
- D: Identical to B but listed as distractor; assumes no distinction.
Final answer: B
Topic: The mole and the Avogadro constant
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