CalcTool: Boiling points calculator

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Boiling points

Estimation at required temperatures and pressures.

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The vapor pressure of most liquids has a fairly predictable temperature-dependence, so from one boiling point measurement it is possible to give a good estimation of the boiling point at other pressures (or boiling pressure at other temperatures).

This calc can be extremely useful in designing experimental processes or making safety assessments.
Enter the known boiling point at a known pressure (which will often be 1 atm). Then enter the temperature or pressure you are interested in and the calc will give the estimated pressure or temperature that boiling will take place.