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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding Objective Question

Question

When pressure on a gas is released, it __________.
Options
A contracts
B expands
Correct Answer
C liquefies
D solidifies
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Reducing external pressure allows the gas particles to move further apart, causing the gas to expand.

Hint

It takes up more volume.

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