P1V1=P2V2 so it doesn't matter which I use as long as P and V are both initial values, or final values. Correct?
EDIT: Except it's asking for work done, so would it be the Change in Pressure and Volume?
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Homework Statement
Calculate Work(w) when 6.5L of an ideal gas at an initial pressure of 34.3atm is expanded or compressed isothermally to a final volume of 34.3L reversibly. Answer in J
Homework Equations
PV=nRT
P1V1=P2V2
w=-nRT In(V2/V1)
The Attempt at a Solution
Using w=-nRT In(V2/V1)
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