Boyle's Law

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What is Boyle's Law?

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Boyle's Law states that the pressure of a gas is inversely proportional to its volume when the temperature is held constant.

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What is the formula for Boyle's Law?

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P₁V₁ = P₂V₂

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If the pressure of a gas increases, what happens to its volume?

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The volume decreases, as pressure and volume are inversely related.

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What happens to the pressure of a gas if its volume is doubled?

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The pressure is halved, assuming temperature remains constant.

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What is the relationship between pressure and volume in Boyle's Law?

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They are inversely proportional.

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How do you calculate the final volume of a gas if the initial pressure and volume are known?

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Use the formula P₁V₁ = P₂V₂ to solve for the final volume.

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What is the effect of temperature on Boyle's Law?

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Boyle's Law applies only when temperature is constant.

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What causes gas pressure?

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Gas pressure is caused by gas molecules colliding with surfaces.

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If a gas has a volume of 4.0 L at 90.0 kPa, what is its volume at 20.0 kPa?

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The new volume is 18.0 L.

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What is an example of an application of Boyle's Law?

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Syringes and breathing mechanisms in the lungs.