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Gas in a balloon occupies 3.3 liters. What volume will it occupy if the pressure is changed from 100 kPa to 90.0 kPa, if the temperature is held constant?

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Answer:

3.7 L

Step-by-step explanation:

Initial volume (V₁) = 3.3 L

Initial pressure (P₁) = 100 KPa

Final pressure (P₂) = 90 KPa

Final volume (V₂) =?

The final volume of the gas can be obtained by using the Boyle's law equation as follow:

P₁V₁ = P₂V₂

100 × 3.3 = 90 × V₂

330 = 90 × V₂

Divide both side by 90

V₂ = 330 / 90

V₂ = 3.7 L

Thus, the final volume of the gas is 3.7 L

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