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Standard temperature and pressure

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AP Chemistry

Definition

Standard temperature and pressure (STP) refers to specific conditions used for comparing gases under standardized settings. STP conditions include a temperature of 0 degrees Celsius (273 Kelvin) and atmospheric pressure at sea level (~1 atmosphere).

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