Explain Why the Constants a and B in the Van

question 25

Essay

Explain why the constants a and b in the van der Waals equation for the noble gas elements increase with increasing atomic number.

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Definitions:

Parasympathetic

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for relaxation and conserving energy by slowing down the heart rate and increasing intestinal and gland activity.

Innervation

The supply of nerves to a specific body part, enabling sensation and movement in that area.

Widespread Sweating

The release of sweat from sweat glands across much of the body's surface, typically in response to heat or stress.

Sympathetic

Pertaining to the part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for stress by accelerating the heart rate, among other responses.