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The pressure of gas formula relates the root mean square speed, molar mass, and volume of a gas to calculate the pressure it exerts. This is derived from kinetic theory of gases and provides insights into gas behavior at molecular level.
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Explanation: The formula shows that gas pressure is directly proportional to the square of root mean square speed and molar mass, and inversely proportional to the volume.
Details: Calculating gas pressure is essential for understanding gas behavior, designing pressure vessels, chemical engineering processes, and various scientific applications involving gases.
Tips: Enter root mean square speed in m/s, molar mass in kg/mol, and volume in m³. All values must be positive and non-zero for accurate calculation.
Q1: What is root mean square speed?
A: Root mean square speed is the square root of the average of the squares of the velocities of gas molecules.
Q2: Why is molar mass important in this calculation?
A: Molar mass affects the kinetic energy and momentum of gas molecules, which directly influences the pressure exerted by the gas.
Q3: What units should be used for accurate results?
A: Use SI units: m/s for speed, kg/mol for molar mass, m³ for volume, and the result will be in Pascals.
Q4: Does this formula work for all gases?
A: This formula is derived from kinetic theory and works well for ideal gases under standard conditions.
Q5: How does temperature affect gas pressure?
A: Temperature affects the root mean square speed of gas molecules, which in turn affects the pressure according to this formula.