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| The volume of a gas at constant temperature varies inversely with the pressure exerted on it. |
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| A valve that allows flow in one direction but prevents flow in the opposite direction. |
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| A device used to convert fluid power into mechanical power in the form of linear motion. |
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| A device used to convert fluid power into mechanical power in the form of linear motion. |
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| The absolute pressure of a confined gas is proportional to its temperature, provided its volume stays constant. |
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| Pressure exerted by a confined fluid acts undiminished equally in all directions. |
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