JAMB Chemistry 2005 Question 33

Question 33

Gas Laws

The pressure of 100cm3 of oxygen at 35°C is 750mmHg. What will be the volume of the gas if the pressure is reduced to 100mmHg without changing the temperature?

  1. A.650 cm3
  2. B.850 cm3
  3. C.580 cm3
  4. D.750 cm3
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Answer: D (750 cm3)

Explanation

At constant temperature, Boyle's law: P1V1 = P2V2, so V2 = 750 × 100 / 100 = 750 cm3.