Physics and Chemistry

Temperature, Measurement, and Methodology

What is STP?

The abbreviation STP is often used for standard temperature and pressure. As a matter of convenience, scientists have chosen a specific temperature and pressure as standards for comparing gas volumes. The standard temperature is 0°C (273°K) and the standard pressure is 760 torr (one atmosphere).

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