Gas Pressure

1. Gas pressure can be explained by using the kinetic theory of gas

2. This theory states that gas consists of ​fine and discrete particles ​that always ​move
randomly in all directions​.
3. In closed containers, the moving air particles will ​collide with each other ​and ​the walls
of the containers​.
4. The collision between air particles and the walls of the containers produces ​air
pressure​.
5. When the ​volume of the container is reduced​, the air particles will collide ​more
frequently with each other and the wall of the container​. Therefore, it will increase
the air pressure in the container.
Factor Effect on Gas Pressure

Volume The smaller the volume, the higher the gas

pressure

Temperature The higher the temperature, the higher the

gas pressure
Tools that can measure Gas pressure inside a closed container

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