Question

    A gas is compressed at constant temperature. Which of

    the following will decrease?
    A Pressure Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Density Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Internal energy Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Volume Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    For an isothermal process (T= constant), Boyle’s Law states: PV=constant So if a gas is compressed, its volume decreases, while pressure increases.

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