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Absolutism and Revolution — Test

Question 16 • World History

Which describes a difference between Robert Boyle and Isaac Newton?

Answer
A
Boyle created the coordinate plane system, while Newton discovered deductive reasoning.
B
Boyle discovered the laws of motion, while Newton discovered the relationship between pressure and gas volumes.
C
Boyle discovered the law of gravity, while Newton created the coordinate plane system.
D
Boyle discovered the relationship between pressure and gas volumes, while Newton discovered the law of gravity.

Explanation

Boyle is known for Boyle’s law, which describes the relationship between the pressure and volume of a gas: as pressure increases, volume decreases when temperature is held constant. Newton is known for formulating the law of universal gravitation. Therefore, the choice that correctly matches both discoveries is D.

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