Temperature & Pressure

Ideal Gas Law
The equations on this page can be very detailed and intimidating, but the links within this page to glossary entries and related information provide a wealth of information. The site is maintained by Eric Weisstein as part of his World of Physics for Wolfram Research, makers of Mathematica software.

Welcome to the Pressure Chamber
This interactive page helps students understand the interaction between pressure, volume, and temperature as they perform each of three experiments involving a piston and a pressure chamber. Source: University of Oregon Physics Dept.

What is absolute zero?
This site provides a short, simple explanation of temperature and absolute zero.
Source: Michigan State University’s Ask Science Theatre.

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Last Updated: November 24, 2009