How much work does a gas do when it expands against a constant pressure of 0.750 atm from a volume of 40.00 mL to a volume of 275.00 mL? (101.3 J = 1 L.atm)

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The work done by the gas is calculated using the formula W = -PΔV. Convert the volumes from mL to L, calculate the change in volume, and then use the given conversion factor to find the work in joules. The negative sign indicates work done by the system.

How Much Work Does a Gas Do When It Expands