Problem: A sample of gas has an initial volume of 5.1 L at a pressure of 748 mmHg .If the volume of the gas is increased to 9.0 L , what will the pressure be?

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Calculate the final pressure using Boyle's Law:

P1V1=P2V2

P1 = 748 mmHg

V1 = 5.1 L

V2 = 9.0 L

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A sample of gas has an initial volume of 5.1 L at a pressure of 748 mmHg .

If the volume of the gas is increased to 9.0 L , what will the pressure be?

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