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CRS Question, 5–28
ANSWER
Choice 3 shows the correct pressure. This calculation is based on the
application of Dalton’s Law of Partial Pressure. For one atmosphere of pressure 0.209
is caused by oxygen so 760 ´
.209 = 159 Torr .
Section
5.5: Dalton’s Law of Partial Pressures