Question 20
Gas LawsA quantity of gas occupies a certain volume when the temperature is −73°C and the pressure is 1.5 atmospheres. If the pressure is increased to 4.5 atmospheres and the volume is halved at the same time, what will be the new temperature of the gas?
- A.573°C
- B.327°C
- C.300°C
- D.110°C
- E.27°C
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Answer: E (27°C)
Explanation
T2 = T1 × (p2V2)/(p1V1) = 200 K × (4.5 × ½)/1.5 = 300 K = 27°C.