molar volume
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
The volume occupied by one mole of a substance, especially a gas, under specified conditions of temperature and pressure.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "At standard temperature and pressure, the _____ of any ideal gas is about 22.4 litres."
Answer: molar volume
In your own words, what does "molar volume" mean?
The volume occupied by one mole of a substance, especially a gas, under specified conditions of temperature and pressure.
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