Charles' law states that at constant pressure, volume of a fixed mass of gas is directly proportional to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Charles' law states that at constant pressure, volume of a fixed mass of gas is directly proportional to:
A. Density
B. Pressure
C. Absolute temperature
D. Molar mass
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Charles' law: V ∝ T (Kelvin) at constant P and n. V/T = constant. This means if temperature is doubled (in Kelvin), volume doubles. Temperature must be in Kelvin (K = °C + 273). Graph of V vs T is a straight line passing through origin. This law is used in hot air balloons: heated air expands, decreasing density, providing lift. Combined with Boyle's law gives PV = nRT.

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