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A gas occupies 3.5L at 2.5 atm of pressure. What is the volume at 787 torr at the same temperature?

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Answer: 8.45 L

Step-by-step explanation:

Given that,

Initial volume (V1) = 3.5L

Initial pressure (P1) = 2.5 atm

[Since final pressure is given in torr, convert 2.5 atm to torr

If 1 atm = 760 torr

2.5 atm = 2.5 x 760 = 1900 torr

Final volume (V2) = ?

Final pressure (P2) = 787 torr

Since pressure and volume are given while temperature remains the same, apply the formula for Boyle's law

P1V1 = P2V2

3.5L x 1900 torr = 787 torr x V2

6650L•torr = 787 torr•V2

Divide both sides by 787 torr

6650L•torr/787 torr = 787 torr•V2/787 torr

8.45 L = V2

Thus, the volume of the gas at 787 torr and at the same temperature is 8.45 Liters

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