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A gas occupies 15 dm³ at pressure 5 atm. Calculate the volume at 1 atm.

A gas occupies 15 dm³ at pressure 5 atm. Calculate the volume at 1 atm.
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  • A 45 dm³
  • B 75 dm³
  • C 30 dm³
  • D 60 dm³
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Using Boyle’s law:<br/>5 × 15 = 1 × Vā‚‚<br/>75 = Vā‚‚.<br/>When pressure decreases, the gas expands and occupies a larger volume.

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