A sample of CO with volume 500 mL at a pressure of 760 mm is to be compressed to a volume of 450 mL. What additional pressure is required to accomplish the change if the temperature is kept constant?

Explanation

To solve the problem, we will use Boyle's Law, which states that for a given mass of gas at constant temperature, the product of pressure and volume is a constant. This can be mathematically expressed as:

\[ P_1 V_1 = P_2 V_2 \]

Where:
- \( P_1 \) = initial pressure
- \( V_1 \) = initial volume
- \( P_2 \) = final pressure
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