The graph below shows the relationship between pressure and temperature of a gas in a fixed volume container.

      

The graph below shows the relationship between pressure and temperature of a gas in a fixed volume container.
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a) State the relationship between pressure and temperature that can be deduced from the graph.
b) Using kinetic theory, explain the relationship shown in the graph.

  

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John
a) Temperature and pressure are directly proportional.

b) With increase in temperature, the gas particles gain more Kinetic energy. They move faster and collide with the walls of the container more frequently hence increased pressure.
johnmulu answered the question on April 12, 2017 at 08:32


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