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Boyle’s law

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Boyle's Law is a principle that describes the inverse relationship between the volume and pressure of a gas at constant temperature; when the volume increases, the pressure decreases and vice versa. This law is fundamental in understanding how air moves in and out of the lungs during the breathing process.

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