Ideal Gas Law Calculator (PV = nRT)

The number of moles of a gas from its pressure, volume and temperature.

Result

Amount (moles)

0.9994

How it works

n = PV ÷ RT (R = 0.0821 L·atm/mol·K)

The ideal gas law relates pressure, volume, temperature and amount. With pressure in atm, volume in litres and temperature in kelvin, n comes out in moles.

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Frequently asked questions

What units does it need?

Atmospheres, litres and kelvin with R = 0.0821; remember to convert °C to K by adding 273.15.

When does it break down?

At very high pressure or very low temperature real gases deviate from ideal behaviour.

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