A scientist is measuring the pressure that is exerted by each of the following gases in the atmosphere: carbon dioxide, oxygen,

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makvit [3.9K]

3 years ago

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A scientist is measuring the pressure that is exerted by each of the following gases in the atmosphere: carbon dioxide, oxygen,

and nitrogen. Which term most likely describes what she is measuring?

Chemistry

2 answers:

Aleks [24] · Answer 1 · 2022-05-19T14:09:06+03:00

Aleks [24]3 years ago

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Answer:

partial pressure

Explanation:

This is the answer on edge.

Aleonysh [2.5K] · Answer 2 · 2022-05-19T11:44:18+03:00

Aleonysh [2.5K]3 years ago

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Answer:

Partial pressure

Explanation:

Since she's measuring the pressure exerted by each gas, it's partial pressure. If she were measuring the collective pressure, it would be total pressure.