Pressure Flashcards
1
Q
What is atmospheric pressure?
A
Air has mass which has pressing effect on the Earth.
2
Q
How do you measure atmospheric pressure?
A
A Barometer.
3
Q
Define the law of Boyle?
A
Boyle’s law states that if the temperature of a gas is constant, the volume of a gas is inversely proportional to its pressure.
4
Q
Define Charles’ law?
A
Charles’ law states that the volume of a gas is directly proportional to its absolute temperature if the pressure is kept constant
