Chapter 1.7, Problem 17P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The force exerted by the gas on the container walls has to be determined.

Concept Introduction:

Area $\left(A\right)$ of the rectangular vessel:

$A=\left(2wh\right)+\left(2wl\right)+\left(2hl\right)$

Here, width of rectangular vessel is $w$, depth is $h$, and length is $l$.

The force $\left(F\right)$ exerted by the gas on the container walls.

$F=PA$

Here, pressure is $P$.