Charles's Law States That the Volume of a Gas Held

question 59

Multiple Choice

Charles's Law states that the volume of a gas held at constant pressure is directly proportional to the absolute temperature. Which of the following is a consequence of Charles's Law?

• A)Oxygen cylinders are often used by climbers on Mt. Everest.
• B)Underwater divers often use air cylinders.
• C)Gases can be condensed to liquids at certain temperatures and pressures.
• D)A sealed balloon will rise if the air in it is heated.
• E)Application of sufficient pressure to carbon dioxide gas produces solid dry ice.

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