Question

Which of the following statements is incorrect with respect to the solubility of a gas?

• A. Higher the value of Henry's law constant at a given pressure, lower is the solubility of the gas in the liquid
• B. Solubility of a gas in a liquid decreases with increase in temperature and pressure
• C. The dissolution of a gas in a liquid is an exothermic process
• D. All of the above are correct

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

The dissolution of gas in liquid is an exothermic process whereas the solubility of gas increases with the increase in pressure.