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When do I use PV = nRT in States of Matter: Gases, and what does it mean?

ideal gas equation of state.

PV = nRT — ideal gas equation of state. Use it when: gas behaves ideally (low P, high T). Always check the condition holds before plugging in numbers.

Key point

PV = nRT

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