Answer:
0.274 L
Explanation:
Applying Boyle's law,
PV = P'V'................. Equation 1
Where P = Initial pressure, V = Initial volume, P' = Final pressure, V' = Final volume.
make V' the subject of the equation,
V' = PV/P'............. Equation 2
From the question,
Given: P = 500 mm Hg, V = 500 mL = 0.5 L, P' = 1.2 atm = 912 mm Hg
Substitute these values into equation 2
V' = (0.5×500)/912
V' = 0.274 L
Hence the new volume is 0.274 L
