Question: 2. Let's treat #1 more quantitatively. Consider a desiccant that has N binding sites for H2O molecules. The binding energy is , which is positive

 2. Let's treat \#1 more quantitatively. Consider a desiccant that has

2. Let's treat \#1 more quantitatively. Consider a desiccant that has N binding sites for H2O molecules. The binding energy is , which is positive by convention. A) Find the partition function when a single H2O molecule is bound to the desiccant. You do not need to consider any kinetic, rotational, or vibrational states in your expression for Z. B) Find the partition function when no H2O is bound to the desiccant. (This one should be easy!) C) Estimate the chemical potential of H2O in (nearly) dry desiccant

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