Question 15

(Multiple Choice)

Imagine a planet that has a similar atmospheric pressure to Earth (760 mmHg), but different concentrations of gases in its atmosphere. On this hypothetical planet, oxygen makes up 10% of the atmosphere, carbon dioxide makes up 15%, and nitrogen makes up the remaining 75%. Based on this information, what is the partial pressure of oxygen on this new planet?


A)76 mmHg
B)114 mmHg
C)160 mmHg
D)571 mmHg
E)646 mmHg

Answer