Question

If the volume of an ideal gas is 22.5 L when it is at a temperature of 365 K, what will the volume be when the gas cools to 338K? Be sure to show your work and proper units.

Answer 1

20.8L = Final volume of the gas

Step-by-step explanation:

Based on Charles's law, the volume of a gas is directly proportional to the temperature of the gas under pressure constant. The equation is:

`(V_1)/(T_1) =(V_2)/(T_2)`

where V is volume and T absolute temperature of 1, initial state and 2, final state.

If initial volume is 22.5L, initial T = 365K and final temperature 338K:

22.5L / 365K = V₂ / 338K

20.8L = Final volume of the gas