Question

A scientist is measuring the pressure that is exerted by each of the following gases in the atmosphere: carbon dioxide, oxygen, and nitrogen. Which term most likely describes what she is measuring?

Answer 1

partial pressure

Explanation:

This is the answer on edge.

Answer 2

Partial pressure

Step-by-step explanation:

Since she's measuring the pressure exerted by each gas, it's partial pressure. If she were measuring the collective pressure, it would be total pressure.