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The atoms in the mass become more energetic and create more pressure. If the bounds of the container allows it, such as in a balloon, the gas will expand. If the bounds doe not allow it, such as in a fixed container, the pressure will increase.

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Q: What happens to a gas's mass when it is heated?
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