Answer:
2 atm
Explanation:
From the question given above, the following data were obtained:
Initial volume (V₁) = 16.0 L
Initial pressure (P₁) = 0.5 atm
Final volume (₂) = 4 L
Final pressure (P₂) =?
The final pressure of the gas can be obtained by using the Boyle's law equation as illustrated below:
P₁V₁ = P₂V₂
0.5 × 16 = P₂ × 4
8 = P₂ × 4
Divide both side by 4
P₂ = 8 / 4
P₂ = 2 atm
Thus, the final pressure of the gas is 2 atm
