POSTLAB QUESTIONS 1. This experiment should give Avogadros number but probably does not. However, is the result within the general range of Avogadro's number? 2. Why is the oleic acid diluted in the solution used in this experiment? 3. What is the purpose of the lycopodium powder 4. The assumption was made that the oleic acid molecule was a cube. Looking at the model of the oleic acid molecule on the first page of this experiment, is that assumption likely to be correct? Explain your reasoning. 5. Discuss the value obtained for the number of molecules in 1 cm3 of oleic acid. 6. Why was the position of the meniscus very important in Step 5 of the procedure?