IB Chemistry Sub-topic S1.5 Definitions
This page contains our IB Chemistry definitions for sub-topic S1.5. By learning each one of these definitions, you will fully cover the content for IB Chemistry 'Ideal gases'.
Absolute Zero
The lowest possible temperature, 0 K (-273°C), where kinetic energy and pressure of a gas are zero
Boyle's Law
The principle stating that the pressure of a gas is inversely proportional to its volume when temperature is constant
Charles's Law
The principle stating that the volume of a gas is directly proportional to its temperature when pressure is constant
Guy-Lussac's Law
The principle stating that the pressure of a gas is directly proportional to its absolute temperature when volume is constant
RTP
Conditions of 25°C (298 K) and 100 kPa pressure
STP
Conditions of 0°C (273 K) and 100 kPa pressure
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