A 500-ML Sample of Argon at 800 Torr Has Its

question 16

Multiple Choice

A 500-mL sample of argon at 800 torr has its absolute temperature quadrupled. If the volume remains unchanged what is the new pressure?

• A)200 torr
• B)400 torr
• C)800 torr
• D)2400 torr
• E)3200 torr

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