In using the ideal gas law, the temperature T must be measured in:
A)Celsius
B)Kelvin
C)Fahrenheit
D)either Celsius or Kelvin
E)any units as long as the correct values of k or R are used

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The ideal gas law requires temperature to be measured in Kelvin because it is an absolute temperature scale, ensuring that the calculations are based on a true zero point where all molecular motion ceases.

In Using the Ideal Gas Law, the Temperature T Must