The theory of the Burnett method of measuring the compressibility of gases is discussed, and an analytical method of treating the data is presented. Determinations of the compressibility factor at 30°C for helium, nitrogen, and carbon dioxide show the convenience of the analysis and the precision that may be obtained by the method. Extension of the Burnett measurement to gas mixtures is also reported for some binary combinations of the three gases.
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