Which of the following formulas is used to calculate the compressibility factor?

  • A
    $Z = \frac{PVT}{R}$
  • B
    $Z = \frac{nRT}{PV}$
  • C
    $Z = \frac{PV}{nRT}$
  • D
    $Z = \left(\frac{PV}{RT}\right) \times n$

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