Question

gases under pressure quick check
which statement explains the molecular changes that occur in an enclosed gas as the pressure increases and the temperature is held constant? (1 point)
an increase in pressure causes particles to move farther apart, increasing the volume
an increase in pressure causes particles to move closer together, decreasing the volume
an increase in pressure causes particles to move closer together, increasing the volume
an increase in pressure causes particles to move farther apart, decreasing the volume

Explanation:

According to Boyle's law, at a constant temperature, the pressure and volume of a gas are inversely proportional. When pressure increases, gas particles are forced closer together, reducing the volume.

Answer:

An increase in pressure causes particles to move closer together, decreasing the volume