Charles's Law Calculator Formula
Understand the math behind the charles's law calculator. Each variable explained with a worked example.
Formulas Used
Final Volume
v2 = v1 * t2 / t1Variables
| Variable | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
v1 | Initial Volume(L) | 10 |
t1 | Initial Temperature(K) | 300 |
t2 | Final Temperature(K) | 600 |
How It Works
Charles's Law
At constant pressure, the volume of a gas is directly proportional to its absolute temperature.
Formula
V1 / T1 = V2 / T2
Temperature must be in Kelvin. Heating a gas causes it to expand.
Worked Example
10 L of gas at 300 K heated to 600 K at constant pressure.
v1 = 10t1 = 300t2 = 600
- 01V1/T1 = V2/T2
- 02V2 = V1 * T2 / T1
- 03V2 = 10 * 600 / 300
- 04V2 = 20 L
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