Question

A 25.0 ml sample of gas has a pressure of 760 torr. What is the volume of the gas if the pressure decreases to 380 torr ? Assume constant temperature.
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Answer 1

Answer:

50mL

Explanation:

Using Boyle's law equation as follows:

P1V1 = P2V2

Where;

P1 = initial pressure (torr.)

P2 = final pressure (torr.)

V1 = initial volume (mL)

V2 = final volume (mL)

According to the information provided in the question,

V1 = 25.0mL

V2 = ?

P1 = 760 torr.

P2 = 380 torr.

Using P1V1 = P2V2

V2 = P1V1//P2

V2 = (760 × 25) ÷ 380

V2 = 19000 ÷ 380

V2 = 50mL