Particle Motion in Gases
Students examine the relationship between the temperature and pressure of a gas at constant volume. They will explore the concept of doing work on a gas.
About This Topic
Students examine the relationship between the temperature and pressure of a gas at constant volume. They will explore the concept of doing work on a gas.
Key Questions
- How does temperature affect gas pressure?
- What is the relationship between gas volume and pressure?
- How does doing work on a gas affect its temperature?
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