Asked by Alexis WATKINS on Apr 29, 2024
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What happens to the volume of a gas when its temperature increases by a factor of 5?
A) It decreases by a factor of 5.
B) It increases by a factor of 5.
C) It increases by a factor of 10.
D) It decreases by a factor of 10.
Temperature Increases
The rise in the measure of heat energy within a given environment, substance, or system, often leading to changes in physical state or chemical reaction rates.
Volume
The amount of space that an object or substance occupies.
- Appreciate the interaction between temperature, volume, and pressure in affecting gas behavior.
- Ascertain the differences in gas properties when exposed to various environments using gas laws.
Verified Answer
TA
Turki AlqahtaniApr 29, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
According to Charles's Law, the volume of a gas is directly proportional to its temperature when pressure is constant. Therefore, if the temperature increases by a factor of 5, the volume also increases by a factor of 5.
Learning Objectives
- Appreciate the interaction between temperature, volume, and pressure in affecting gas behavior.
- Ascertain the differences in gas properties when exposed to various environments using gas laws.