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Gas laws (Boyle's, Charles', Avogadro's), ideal gas equation, kinetic molecular theory, and real gas behavior.
Ideal gas equation: PV = nRT, Boyle's law: P ∝ 1/V (T constant), Real gas: (P + an²/V²)(V – nb) = nRT (van der Waals).
Errors in converting temperature to Kelvin; misapplying ideal gas law to non-ideal conditions; neglecting units of pressure, volume, and R.
Basics of volume, pressure, and temperature relationships.
Memorize gas laws and conditions for real vs ideal gas behavior; focus on solving numerical problems using the ideal gas equation.
Attempt 40-50 problems, focusing on gas law calculations and graphical interpretation of gas behavior.