Boyle's law

noun

ˈbȯi(-ə)lz-

: a statement in physics: the volume of a gas at constant temperature varies inversely with the pressure exerted on it

Etymology

Robert Boyle

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of Boyle's law was in 1839

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“Boyle's law.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Boyle%27s%20law. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.

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Boyle's law

noun

ˌbȯi(ə)lz-

: a statement in physics: the volume of a gas at constant temperature varies inversely with the pressure exerted on it

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