For this problem, we use Graham's Effusion Law to find out the rate of effusion of chlorine gas. The formula is as follows:
R₁/R₂ = √(M₂/M₁)
Let 1 be N₂ while 2 be Cl₂
255/R₂ = √(28/70.8)
Solving for R₂,
R₂ = 405.5 s
Thus, it would take 405.5 s to effuse chlorine gas.
