JAMB Chemistry 1984 Question 7

Question 7

Gas Laws

Which of the curves shown in Fig. 1 represents the relationships between the volume (v) and pressure (p) of an ideal gas at constant temperature?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.1
  2. B.2
  3. C.3
  4. D.4
  5. E.1 and 3
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (3)

Explanation

Boyle's law says V = k/p at constant temperature, so a graph of V against 1/p is a straight line rising steadily. Curve 3 is that straight line.