The volume of a fixed mass of gas is 10cm3 when its pressure is 400cmHg. Determine the volume of the gas when its pressure is 200cmHg.
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Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Using boyle's law
P1V1 = P2V2
V2 = \(\frac{P_1 V_1}{200}\) = \(\frac{400 \times 10}{200}\)
= 20cm3
Using boyle's law
P1V1 = P2V2
V2 = \(\frac{P_1 V_1}{200}\) = \(\frac{400 \times 10}{200}\)
= 20cm3