The Diffusion Rate of H₂ in a Lecture Hall Was

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Short Answer

The diffusion rate of H₂ in a lecture hall was found to be 25.0 m/sec at 25C. How long will it take poisonous HCN gas to diffuse 10 m in the same room?

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