Concept:Charles's Law establishes that the volume of an ideal gas is directly proportional to its absolute temperature (Kelvin).
Formula:$$ V_t = V_o \left(1 + \frac{t}{273.15}\right) $$
Solution:- If the temperature is theoretically reduced to Absolute Zero (-273.15°C), we substitute this into the equation.
- \( V_t = V_o \left(1 - \frac{273.15}{273.15}\right) \).
- \( V_t = V_o (1 - 1) = V_o(0) \).
- Therefore, at 0 Kelvin, the mathematical volume of an ideal gas drops to exactly zero. (Note: Real gases liquefy or solidify before reaching this temperature).
Why other options are incorrect:- Options A & C: Volume is a physical space and cannot be a negative mathematical value.
- Option D: Volume decreases as temperature drops; it would not remain at a positive integer value.
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