Boyle
Definition
Boyle's Law states that the pressure of a given mass of gas is inversely proportional to its volume, provided the temperature remains constant. Mathematically, it is represented as $P \propto \frac{1}{V}$ or $PV = k$ where $k$ is a constant.
5 Must Know Facts For Your Next Test
- Boyle's Law applies only when the temperature and amount of gas are kept constant.
- The law can be derived from the kinetic theory of gases, which assumes that gas molecules move randomly and collisions are elastic.
- Graphically, Boyle's Law can be represented as a hyperbolic curve when plotting pressure vs. volume.
- Boyle's Law helps explain behaviors in various real-life applications such as scuba diving and syringe operations.
- The product of pressure and volume for a given mass of gas at constant temperature remains constant ($P_1V_1 = P_2V_2$).
Review Questions
- What happens to the pressure of a gas if its volume is halved while keeping the temperature constant?
- How does Boyle's Law relate to the kinetic theory of gases?
- What type of graph represents Boyle's Law?
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Related terms
Charles's Law: Charles's Law states that the volume of an ideal gas is directly proportional to its absolute temperature at constant pressure.
Ideal Gas Law: $PV = nRT$, combining Boyle's, Charles', and Avogadro's laws to describe the state of an ideal gas.
Kinetic Theory of Gases: A theory explaining the macroscopic properties of gases by considering their molecular composition and motion.
