Boyle Temperature (van der Waals) (TB = a/(Rb))
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TB = a/(Rb)
What each symbol means
| Symbol | What it stands for |
|---|---|
| R | Gas constant |
| T_B | Boyle temperature |
| a,b | van der Waals constants (consistent unit set) |
When to use this
Defined where second virial coefficient B(T)=0 in vdW low-pressure expansion; slope of Z vs P → 0 as P→0.