The decomposition of N2O to N2 and O2 is a first-order reaction. At 730°C the half-life of the reaction is 3.58x10^3min. If the initial pressure of N2O is 2.10 atm at 730°C, calculate the total gas pressure after one half-life. Assume that the volume remains constant.

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The decomposition of N2O to N2 and O2 is a first-order reaction. At 730°C the half-life of the reaction is 3.58x10^3min. If the initial pressure of N2O is 2.10 atm at 730°C, calculate the total gas pressure after one half-life. Assume that the volume remains constant.

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