Question

a sample of gas x occupies 10 m³ at a pressure of 120 kpa. if the volume of the sample is compressed to 3 m³, what is the new pressure of the gas?
____ kpa
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Explanation:

Step1: Write Boyle's Law formula

\(P_1V_1 = P_2V_2\)

Step2: Substitute the given values

Given \(P_1 = 120\), \(V_1 = 10\), \(V_2 = 3\). So \(120\times10=P_2\times3\)

Step3: Solve for \(P_2\)

\(P_2=\frac{120\times10}{3}= 400\)

Answer:

400