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ZOO 101 Gas Exchange and Respiration in Mammals Objective Question

Question

Which law states that the pressure of a gas is inversely proportional to its volume?
Options
A Dalton's Law
B Henry's Law
C Boyle's Law
Correct Answer
D Charles's Law
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Boyle's Law states that the pressure of a gas is inversely proportional to its volume (P ∝ 1/V), which is the principle behind ventilation.

Hint

This law explains how changing lung volume affects air pressure.

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