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1
EasyMCQ
Heat is not being exchanged in a body. If its internal energy is increased,then
A
Its temperature will increase
B
Its temperature will decrease
C
Its temperature will remain constant
D
None of these

Solution

(A) According to the first law of thermodynamics,$\Delta Q = \Delta U + \Delta W$.
Given that heat is not exchanged,$\Delta Q = 0$.
Therefore,$0 = \Delta U + \Delta W$,which implies $\Delta W = -\Delta U$.
If the internal energy $\Delta U$ increases,the system does negative work (work is done on the system).
For an ideal gas,internal energy $U$ is a function of temperature $T$ only $(U \propto T)$.
Since internal energy increases,the temperature of the body must increase.
2
EasyMCQ
The work done in an adiabatic change in a gas depends only on
A
Change in pressure
B
Change in volume
C
Change in temperature
D
None of the above

Solution

(C) For an adiabatic process,the work done $W$ by a gas is given by the formula:
$W = \frac{\mu R(T_1 - T_2)}{\gamma - 1}$
where $\mu$ is the number of moles,$R$ is the universal gas constant,$T_1$ and $T_2$ are the initial and final temperatures,and $\gamma$ is the adiabatic index.
Since $\mu$,$R$,and $\gamma$ are constants for a given gas,the work done depends directly on the change in temperature $(T_1 - T_2)$.
3
EasyMCQ
In an adiabatic expansion,which of the following is true?
A
$\Delta U = 0$
B
$\Delta U = \text{negative}$
C
$\Delta U = \text{positive}$
D
$\Delta W = 0$

Solution

(B) In an adiabatic process,there is no exchange of heat with the surroundings,so $\Delta Q = 0$.
According to the First Law of Thermodynamics $(FLOT)$,$\Delta Q = \Delta U + \Delta W$.
Since $\Delta Q = 0$,we have $0 = \Delta U + \Delta W$,which implies $\Delta U = -\Delta W$.
In an expansion process,the system does work on the surroundings,so the work done by the system $\Delta W$ is positive.
Therefore,$\Delta U = -(\text{positive value})$,which means $\Delta U$ is negative.
4
MediumMCQ
The pressure in the tyre of a car is four times the atmospheric pressure at $300 \ K$. If this tyre suddenly bursts,its new temperature will be $(\gamma = 1.4)$.
A
$300 \ (4)^{1.4/0.4}$
B
$300 \ \left( \frac{1}{4} \right)^{-0.4/1.4}$
C
$300 \ (2)^{-0.4/1.4}$
D
$300 \ (4)^{-0.4/1.4}$

Solution

(D) sudden bursting of a tyre is an adiabatic process because the expansion happens very quickly,allowing no time for heat exchange with the surroundings.
For an adiabatic process,the relationship between temperature $T$ and pressure $P$ is given by $T^\gamma P^{1-\gamma} = \text{constant}$.
This can be written as $T_1^\gamma P_1^{1-\gamma} = T_2^\gamma P_2^{1-\gamma}$.
Rearranging for $T_2$,we get $\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \left( \frac{P_1}{P_2} \right)^{\frac{1-\gamma}{\gamma}}$.
Given: $T_1 = 300 \ K$,$P_1 = 4P_{atm}$,$P_2 = P_{atm}$,and $\gamma = 1.4$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{T_2}{300} = \left( \frac{4P_{atm}}{P_{atm}} \right)^{\frac{1-1.4}{1.4}}$.
$\frac{T_2}{300} = (4)^{\frac{-0.4}{1.4}}$.
Therefore,$T_2 = 300 \ (4)^{-0.4/1.4}$.
5
MediumMCQ
$A$ gas at $NTP$ is suddenly compressed to one-fourth of its original volume. If $\gamma$ is supposed to be $\frac{3}{2}$,then the final pressure is........ atmosphere.
A
$4$
B
$1.5$
C
$8$
D
$0.25$

Solution

(C) For a sudden compression,the process is adiabatic.
For an adiabatic process,the relation between pressure and volume is given by $P V^{\gamma} = \text{constant}$.
Thus,$P_1 V_1^{\gamma} = P_2 V_2^{\gamma}$,which implies $\frac{P_2}{P_1} = \left( \frac{V_1}{V_2} \right)^{\gamma}$.
Given: Initial pressure $P_1 = 1 \text{ atm}$ (at $NTP$),final volume $V_2 = \frac{V_1}{4}$,and $\gamma = \frac{3}{2}$.
Substituting these values: $\frac{P_2}{1} = \left( \frac{V_1}{V_1/4} \right)^{3/2} = (4)^{3/2}$.
Calculating the value: $(4)^{3/2} = (2^2)^{3/2} = 2^3 = 8$.
Therefore,the final pressure $P_2 = 8 \text{ atm}$.
6
DifficultMCQ
$A$ monoatomic gas $(\gamma = 5/3)$ is suddenly compressed to $1/8$ of its original volume adiabatically. The pressure of the gas will change to:
A
$24/5$ times its initial pressure
B
$8$ times its initial pressure
C
$40/3$ times its initial pressure
D
$32$ times its initial pressure

Solution

(D) For an adiabatic process,the relation between pressure $P$ and volume $V$ is given by $PV^\gamma = \text{constant}$.
Let the initial pressure be $P_1$ and initial volume be $V_1$.
Let the final pressure be $P_2$ and final volume be $V_2 = V_1/8$.
Using the adiabatic relation: $P_1 V_1^\gamma = P_2 V_2^\gamma$.
$P_2 = P_1 (V_1 / V_2)^\gamma$.
Substituting the values: $P_2 = P_1 (V_1 / (V_1/8))^{5/3}$.
$P_2 = P_1 (8)^{5/3}$.
$P_2 = P_1 (2^3)^{5/3} = P_1 (2^5) = 32 P_1$.
Therefore,the pressure becomes $32$ times its initial pressure.
7
MediumMCQ
The pressure and density of a diatomic gas $(\gamma = 7/5)$ change adiabatically from $(P, d)$ to $(P', d')$. If $\frac{d'}{d} = 32$,then $\frac{P'}{P}$ is equal to:
A
$1/128$
B
$32$
C
$128$
D
None of the above

Solution

(C) For an adiabatic process,the relation between pressure $P$ and density $d$ is given by $P \propto d^\gamma$.
Therefore,the ratio of pressures is $\frac{P'}{P} = \left( \frac{d'}{d} \right)^\gamma$.
Given that $\frac{d'}{d} = 32$ and $\gamma = 7/5$,we substitute these values into the equation:
$\frac{P'}{P} = (32)^{7/5}$.
Since $32 = 2^5$,we have $\frac{P'}{P} = (2^5)^{7/5} = 2^{(5 \times 7/5)} = 2^7$.
Calculating $2^7$,we get $2^7 = 128$.
Thus,the ratio $\frac{P'}{P}$ is $128$.
8
MediumMCQ
An ideal gas at $27^{\circ}C$ is compressed adiabatically to $\frac{8}{27}$ of its original volume. If $\gamma = \frac{5}{3}$,then the rise in temperature is ........ $K$.
A
$450$
B
$375$
C
$225$
D
$405$

Solution

(B) For an adiabatic process,the relationship between temperature and volume is given by $T_1 V_1^{\gamma-1} = T_2 V_2^{\gamma-1}$.
Given: Initial temperature $T_1 = 27^{\circ}C = 27 + 273 = 300 \ K$.
Final volume $V_2 = \frac{8}{27} V_1$,so $\frac{V_1}{V_2} = \frac{27}{8}$.
Adiabatic index $\gamma = \frac{5}{3}$,so $\gamma - 1 = \frac{5}{3} - 1 = \frac{2}{3}$.
Using the formula $T_2 = T_1 \left( \frac{V_1}{V_2} \right)^{\gamma-1}$:
$T_2 = 300 \times \left( \frac{27}{8} \right)^{2/3}$.
$T_2 = 300 \times \left( \left( \frac{27}{8} \right)^{1/3} \right)^2 = 300 \times \left( \frac{3}{2} \right)^2$.
$T_2 = 300 \times \frac{9}{4} = 75 \times 9 = 675 \ K$.
The rise in temperature is $\Delta T = T_2 - T_1 = 675 - 300 = 375 \ K$.
9
EasyMCQ
An ideal gas,undergoing adiabatic change,has which of the following pressure-temperature relationships?
A
$P^\gamma T^{1-\gamma} = \text{constant}$
B
$P^\gamma T^{\gamma-1} = \text{constant}$
C
$P^{\gamma-1} T^\gamma = \text{constant}$
D
$P^{1-\gamma} T^\gamma = \text{constant}$

Solution

(D) For an adiabatic process,the relationship between pressure $(P)$ and volume $(V)$ is given by $PV^\gamma = \text{constant}$.
From the ideal gas equation,$PV = RT$,we can write $V = \frac{RT}{P}$.
Substituting this into the adiabatic equation:
$P \left( \frac{RT}{P} \right)^\gamma = \text{constant}$
$P \cdot \frac{T^\gamma}{P^\gamma} = \text{constant}$
$P^{1-\gamma} T^\gamma = \text{constant}$.
Therefore,the correct option is $D$.
10
EasyMCQ
The amount of work done in an adiabatic expansion from temperature $T$ to ${T_1}$ is
A
$R(T - {T_1})$
B
$\frac{R}{{\gamma - 1}}(T - {T_1})$
C
$RT$
D
$R(T - {T_1})(\gamma - 1)$

Solution

(B) For an adiabatic process,the work done $W$ by an ideal gas is given by the first law of thermodynamics: $Q = \Delta U + W$. Since the process is adiabatic,$Q = 0$,so $W = -\Delta U$.
For an ideal gas,the change in internal energy is $\Delta U = nC_v \Delta T$. For $1 \text{ mole}$ of gas,$n = 1$ and $C_v = \frac{R}{\gamma - 1}$.
Thus,$W = -[C_v(T_1 - T)] = -[\frac{R}{\gamma - 1}(T_1 - T)]$.
Simplifying this,we get $W = \frac{R}{\gamma - 1}(T - T_1)$.
11
EasyMCQ
During the adiabatic expansion of $2$ moles of a gas,the internal energy of the gas is found to decrease by $2 \ J$. The work done during the process on the gas will be equal to ....... $J$.
A
$1$
B
$-1$
C
$2$
D
$-2$

Solution

(D) For an adiabatic process,the heat exchange $dQ = 0$.
According to the first law of thermodynamics,$dQ = dU + dW$,where $dU$ is the change in internal energy and $dW$ is the work done by the gas.
Given that the internal energy decreases by $2 \ J$,we have $dU = -2 \ J$.
Substituting these values into the first law equation: $0 = -2 \ J + dW$.
This gives $dW = 2 \ J$,which is the work done $BY$ the gas.
The question asks for the work done $ON$ the gas.
Work done $ON$ the gas $= -dW = -2 \ J$.
12
EasyMCQ
If $\gamma$ denotes the ratio of two specific heats of a gas, the ratio of the slopes of adiabatic and isothermal $PV$ curves at their point of intersection is:
A
$1/\gamma$
B
$\gamma$
C
$\gamma - 1$
D
$\gamma + 1$

Solution

(B) For an isothermal process, the equation is $PV = \text{constant}$. Differentiating with respect to $V$, we get $P + V(dP/dV) = 0$, so the slope of the isothermal curve is $(dP/dV)_{\text{iso}} = -P/V$.
For an adiabatic process, the equation is $PV^{\gamma} = \text{constant}$. Differentiating with respect to $V$, we get $P(\gamma V^{\gamma-1}) + V^{\gamma}(dP/dV) = 0$, which simplifies to $(dP/dV)_{\text{adia}} = -\gamma P/V$.
The ratio of the slopes is $\frac{(dP/dV)_{\text{adia}}}{(dP/dV)_{\text{iso}}} = \frac{-\gamma P/V}{-P/V} = \gamma$.
13
EasyMCQ
When a gas expands adiabatically,
A
No energy is required for expansion
B
Energy is required and it comes from the wall of the container of the gas
C
Internal energy of the gas is used in doing work
D
Law of conservation of energy does not hold

Solution

(C) For an adiabatic process,the heat exchange $\Delta Q = 0$.
According to the first law of thermodynamics,$\Delta Q = \Delta U + \Delta W$.
Since $\Delta Q = 0$,we have $0 = \Delta U + \Delta W$,which implies $\Delta W = -\Delta U$.
When a gas expands,it does work on the surroundings,so $\Delta W > 0$.
Consequently,$\Delta U$ must be negative,meaning the internal energy of the gas decreases as it is used to perform work.
14
MediumMCQ
One gram mole of a diatomic gas $(\gamma = 1.4)$ is compressed adiabatically so that its temperature rises from $27^{\circ}C$ to $127^{\circ}C$. The work done will be:
A
$2077.5 \, J$
B
$207.5 \, J$
C
$207.5 \, ergs$
D
None of the above

Solution

(A) For an adiabatic process,the work done $W$ is given by the formula: $W = \frac{nR(T_1 - T_2)}{\gamma - 1}$.
Given: $n = 1 \, \text{mole}$,$R = 8.31 \, J/(mol \cdot K)$,$\gamma = 1.4$,$T_1 = 27^{\circ}C = 300 \, K$,and $T_2 = 127^{\circ}C = 400 \, K$.
Substituting the values: $W = \frac{1 \times 8.31 \times (300 - 400)}{1.4 - 1}$.
$W = \frac{8.31 \times (-100)}{0.4} = \frac{-831}{0.4} = -2077.5 \, J$.
The negative sign indicates that work is done on the gas during compression. The magnitude of the work done is $2077.5 \, J$.
15
EasyMCQ
Compressed air in the tube of a bicycle wheel at normal temperature suddenly starts coming out from a puncture. The air inside:
A
Starts becoming hotter
B
Remains at the same temperature
C
Starts becoming cooler
D
May become hotter or cooler depending upon the amount of water vapour present

Solution

(C) When compressed air escapes suddenly from a puncture,the process is adiabatic because the expansion happens very quickly,allowing no time for heat exchange with the surroundings $(dQ = 0)$. According to the first law of thermodynamics,$dU = dQ - dW$. Since the gas does work $(dW > 0)$ in expanding against the external atmosphere,the internal energy $(dU)$ decreases. As the internal energy of an ideal gas is directly proportional to its temperature,the temperature of the air inside the tube decreases.
16
EasyMCQ
The adiabatic bulk modulus of a perfect gas at pressure $P$ is given by:
A
$P$
B
$2P$
C
$P/2$
D
$\gamma P$

Solution

(D) For an adiabatic process,the relationship between pressure $P$ and volume $V$ is given by $PV^{\gamma} = \text{constant}$,where $\gamma$ is the adiabatic index.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $V$,we get: $P(\gamma V^{\gamma-1}) + V^{\gamma} \frac{dP}{dV} = 0$.
Rearranging the terms: $V^{\gamma} \frac{dP}{dV} = -\gamma P V^{\gamma-1}$.
Dividing by $V^{\gamma-1}$,we get: $V \frac{dP}{dV} = -\gamma P$.
The bulk modulus $B$ is defined as $B = -V \frac{dP}{dV}$.
Substituting the expression,we get $B = -(-\gamma P) = \gamma P$.
Therefore,the adiabatic bulk modulus is $\gamma P$.
17
EasyMCQ
An adiabatic process occurs at constant
A
Temperature
B
Pressure
C
Heat
D
Temperature and pressure

Solution

(C) In an adiabatic process,the system is thermally insulated from its surroundings.
By definition,there is no exchange of heat between the system and the surroundings,which means $dQ = 0$.
Therefore,the heat content of the system remains constant during the process.
18
MediumMCQ
$A$ polyatomic gas $\left( \gamma = \frac{4}{3} \right)$ is compressed to $\frac{1}{8}$ of its volume adiabatically. If its initial pressure is $P_0$,its new pressure will be (in $P_0$)
A
$8$
B
$16$
C
$6$
D
$2$

Solution

(B) For an adiabatic process,the relationship between pressure and volume is given by $P_1 V_1^\gamma = P_2 V_2^\gamma$.
Given: Initial pressure $P_1 = P_0$,initial volume $V_1 = V$,final volume $V_2 = \frac{V}{8}$,and adiabatic index $\gamma = \frac{4}{3}$.
Substituting these values into the equation:
$P_2 = P_1 \left( \frac{V_1}{V_2} \right)^\gamma$
$P_2 = P_0 \left( \frac{V}{V/8} \right)^{4/3}$
$P_2 = P_0 (8)^{4/3}$
$P_2 = P_0 (2^3)^{4/3}$
$P_2 = P_0 (2)^4$
$P_2 = 16P_0$.
19
EasyMCQ
For adiabatic processes $\left( \gamma = \frac{C_p}{C_v} \right)$,which of the following relations is correct?
A
$P^\gamma V = \text{constant}$
B
$T^\gamma V = \text{constant}$
C
$T V^{\gamma - 1} = \text{constant}$
D
$T V^\gamma = \text{constant}$

Solution

(C) For an adiabatic process,the relationship between pressure $P$ and volume $V$ is given by $P V^\gamma = \text{constant}$.
Using the ideal gas equation $PV = RT$,we can express pressure as $P = \frac{RT}{V}$.
Substituting this into the adiabatic equation: $\left( \frac{RT}{V} \right) V^\gamma = \text{constant}$.
Since $R$ is a gas constant,we get $T V^{\gamma - 1} = \text{constant}$.
20
MediumMCQ
An ideal gas is expanded adiabatically at an initial temperature of $300 \ K$ so that its volume is doubled. The final temperature of the hydrogen gas is $(\gamma = 1.40)$.
A
$227.36 \ K$
B
$500.30 \ K$
C
$454.76 \ K$
D
$227.36 \ ^\circ C$

Solution

(A) For an adiabatic process,the relationship between temperature $T$ and volume $V$ is given by $T V^{\gamma - 1} = \text{constant}$.
Therefore,we can write: $T_1 V_1^{\gamma - 1} = T_2 V_2^{\gamma - 1}$.
Rearranging for the final temperature $T_2$: $T_2 = T_1 \left( \frac{V_1}{V_2} \right)^{\gamma - 1}$.
Given: $T_1 = 300 \ K$,$V_2 = 2 V_1$,and $\gamma = 1.40$.
Substituting the values: $T_2 = 300 \left( \frac{V_1}{2 V_1} \right)^{1.40 - 1}$.
$T_2 = 300 \left( \frac{1}{2} \right)^{0.4}$.
$T_2 = 300 \times (0.5)^{0.4} \approx 300 \times 0.7578 = 227.36 \ K$.
21
EasyMCQ
During the adiabatic expansion of $2 \, moles$ of a gas,the internal energy was found to have decreased by $100 \, J$. The work done by the gas in this process is ..... $J$.
A
$0$
B
$-100$
C
$200$
D
$100$

Solution

(D) For an adiabatic process,the heat exchange $\Delta Q$ is equal to $0$.
According to the First Law of Thermodynamics: $\Delta Q = \Delta U + \Delta W$.
Since $\Delta Q = 0$,we have $\Delta W = -\Delta U$.
Given that the internal energy decreased by $100 \, J$,we have $\Delta U = -100 \, J$.
Substituting this value into the equation: $\Delta W = -(-100 \, J) = +100 \, J$.
Therefore,the work done by the gas is $100 \, J$.
22
MediumMCQ
In an adiabatic expansion of a gas,the initial and final temperatures are ${T_1}$ and ${T_2}$ respectively. What is the change in internal energy of the gas?
A
$\frac{R}{{\gamma - 1}}({T_2} - {T_1})$
B
$\frac{R}{{\gamma - 1}}({T_1} - {T_2})$
C
$R({T_1} - {T_2})$
D
Zero

Solution

(A) For an ideal gas,the change in internal energy $\Delta U$ is given by the formula $\Delta U = nC_V \Delta T$.
For $1$ mole of gas,$n = 1$.
The molar heat capacity at constant volume is $C_V = \frac{R}{\gamma - 1}$.
Therefore,$\Delta U = 1 \times \left( \frac{R}{\gamma - 1} \right) \times (T_2 - T_1)$.
Thus,the change in internal energy is $\Delta U = \frac{R}{\gamma - 1}(T_2 - T_1)$.
23
MediumMCQ
Helium at $27^oC$ has a volume of $8$ litres. It is suddenly compressed to a volume of $1$ litre. The temperature of the gas will be ....... $^oC$ $[\gamma = 5/3]$
A
$108$
B
$9327$
C
$1200$
D
$927$

Solution

(D) For an adiabatic process,the relation between temperature and volume is given by $T_1 V_1^{\gamma - 1} = T_2 V_2^{\gamma - 1}$.
Given: $T_1 = 27^oC = 27 + 273 = 300 \ K$,$V_1 = 8 \ L$,$V_2 = 1 \ L$,and $\gamma = 5/3$.
Substituting the values: $300 \times (8)^{(5/3 - 1)} = T_2 \times (1)^{(5/3 - 1)}$.
$300 \times (8)^{2/3} = T_2$.
$300 \times (2^3)^{2/3} = T_2$.
$300 \times 2^2 = T_2$.
$300 \times 4 = 1200 \ K$.
To convert to Celsius: $T_2(^oC) = 1200 - 273 = 927^oC$.
24
EasyMCQ
$A$ cycle tyre bursts suddenly. This process represents an:
A
Isothermal process
B
Isobaric process
C
Isochoric process
D
Adiabatic process

Solution

(D) The process of a tyre bursting is extremely rapid. Due to the very short time interval,there is no sufficient time for the exchange of heat between the gas inside the tyre and the surroundings $(dQ = 0)$. According to the first law of thermodynamics,a process where no heat is exchanged with the surroundings is defined as an adiabatic process. Therefore,the correct option is $(d)$.
25
EasyMCQ
One mole of helium is adiabatically expanded from its initial state $({P_i}, {V_i}, {T_i})$ to its final state $({P_f}, {V_f}, {T_f})$. The decrease in the internal energy associated with this expansion is equal to
A
${C_V}({T_i} - {T_f})$
B
${C_P}({T_i} - {T_f})$
C
$\frac{1}{2}({C_P} + {C_V})({T_i} - {T_f})$
D
$({C_P} - {C_V})({T_i} - {T_f})$

Solution

(A) The change in internal energy $\Delta U$ for an ideal gas is given by the formula $\Delta U = n C_V \Delta T$,where $n$ is the number of moles,$C_V$ is the molar heat capacity at constant volume,and $\Delta T = T_f - T_i$.
Given $n = 1$ mole of helium.
Therefore,$\Delta U = 1 \times C_V \times (T_f - T_i) = -C_V(T_i - T_f)$.
The decrease in internal energy is the magnitude of the change in internal energy,which is $|\Delta U| = C_V(T_i - T_f)$.
26
MediumMCQ
At $N.T.P.$,one mole of a diatomic gas is compressed adiabatically to half of its volume. Given $\gamma = 1.41$,the work done on the gas will be approximately ....... $J$.
A
$1280$
B
$1610$
C
$1815$
D
$2025$

Solution

(C) For an adiabatic process,the relation between temperature and volume is $T_1 V_1^{\gamma-1} = T_2 V_2^{\gamma-1}$.
Given $T_1 = 273 \ K$,$V_2 = V_1/2$,and $\gamma = 1.41$.
$T_2 = T_1 (V_1/V_2)^{\gamma-1} = 273 \times (2)^{0.41} \approx 273 \times 1.328 = 362.54 \ K$.
The work done by the gas is $W = \frac{R(T_1 - T_2)}{\gamma - 1}$.
$W = \frac{8.314 \times (273 - 362.54)}{1.41 - 1} = \frac{8.314 \times (-89.54)}{0.41} \approx -1815.6 \ J$.
The work done on the gas is $|W| \approx 1815 \ J$.
27
EasyMCQ
For an adiabatic process,the wrong statement is:
A
$dQ = 0$
B
$dU = -dW$
C
$Q = \text{constant}$
D
Entropy is not constant

Solution

(D) In an adiabatic process,there is no exchange of heat between the system and the surroundings,which means $dQ = 0$.
According to the first law of thermodynamics,$dQ = dU + dW$. Substituting $dQ = 0$,we get $0 = dU + dW$,or $dU = -dW$.
Since $dQ = 0$,the total heat $Q$ remains constant.
For a reversible adiabatic process,the entropy change $dS = dQ/T = 0$,meaning entropy remains constant. Therefore,the statement that entropy is not constant is incorrect.
28
MediumMCQ
$A$ diatomic gas initially at $18^oC$ is compressed adiabatically to one-eighth of its original volume. The temperature after compression will be
A
$10^oC$
B
$887^oC$
C
$668K$
D
$144^oC$

Solution

(C) For an adiabatic process,the relationship between temperature and volume is given by $T_1 V_1^{\gamma - 1} = T_2 V_2^{\gamma - 1}$.
Given: Initial temperature $T_1 = 18 + 273 = 291 \ K$,initial volume $V_1 = V$,final volume $V_2 = V/8$,and for a diatomic gas,the adiabatic index $\gamma = 1.4$.
Substituting the values: $T_2 = T_1 (V_1 / V_2)^{\gamma - 1}$.
$T_2 = 291 \times (V / (V/8))^{1.4 - 1} = 291 \times (8)^{0.4}$.
Since $8^{0.4} = (2^3)^{0.4} = 2^{1.2} \approx 2.297$.
$T_2 = 291 \times 2.297 \approx 668.4 \ K$.
Converting to Celsius: $668.4 - 273 = 395.4^oC$. Note: Based on the provided options,$668 \ K$ is the correct value.
29
EasyMCQ
$A$ gas is being compressed adiabatically. The specific heat of the gas during compression is
A
Zero
B
Infinite
C
Finite but non-zero
D
Undefined

Solution

(A) The formula for specific heat capacity $c$ is given by $c = \frac{\Delta Q}{m \Delta T}$.
In an adiabatic process,there is no exchange of heat between the system and the surroundings,so $\Delta Q = 0$.
Substituting this into the formula,we get $c = \frac{0}{m \Delta T} = 0$.
Therefore,the specific heat of a gas during an adiabatic process is zero.
30
EasyMCQ
The process in which no heat enters or leaves the system is termed as
A
Isochoric
B
Isobaric
C
Isothermal
D
Adiabatic

Solution

(D) In an adiabatic process,the system is thermally insulated from its surroundings.
Therefore,there is no exchange of heat between the system and the surroundings,meaning $dQ = 0$.
Thus,the correct option is $D$.
31
MediumMCQ
Two moles of an ideal monoatomic gas at $27^{\circ}C$ occupies a volume of $V$. If the gas is expanded adiabatically to the volume $2V$,then the work done by the gas will be ....... $J$ $[\gamma = 5/3, R = 8.31 \text{ J/mol K}]$
A
$ - 2767.23$
B
$2767.23$
C
$2500$
D
$ - 2500$

Solution

(B) For an adiabatic process,the work done by the gas is given by $W = \frac{\mu R(T_1 - T_2)}{\gamma - 1}$.
Using the adiabatic relation $T_1 V_1^{\gamma-1} = T_2 V_2^{\gamma-1}$,we have $T_2 = T_1 \left(\frac{V_1}{V_2}\right)^{\gamma-1}$.
Substituting this into the work formula: $W = \frac{\mu R T_1}{\gamma - 1} \left[ 1 - \left(\frac{V_1}{V_2}\right)^{\gamma-1} \right]$.
Given: $\mu = 2 \text{ mol}$,$T_1 = 27 + 273 = 300 \text{ K}$,$V_1 = V$,$V_2 = 2V$,$\gamma = 5/3$,$R = 8.31 \text{ J/mol K}$.
$W = \frac{2 \times 8.31 \times 300}{(5/3 - 1)} \left[ 1 - \left(\frac{V}{2V}\right)^{5/3 - 1} \right]$.
$W = \frac{4986}{2/3} \left[ 1 - (1/2)^{2/3} \right]$.
$W = 7479 \times [1 - 0.62996] = 7479 \times 0.37004 \approx 2767.23 \text{ J}$.
32
MediumMCQ
At $27^\circ C$,a gas is suddenly compressed such that its pressure becomes $1/8$th of the original pressure. The temperature of the gas will be $(\gamma = 5/3)$.
A
$420K$
B
$327^\circ C$
C
$300K$
D
$-142^\circ C$

Solution

(D) For an adiabatic process,the relationship between temperature $T$ and pressure $P$ is given by $T^\gamma P^{1-\gamma} = \text{constant}$.
This can be rewritten as $T \propto P^{\frac{\gamma - 1}{\gamma}}$.
Given: Initial temperature $T_1 = 27^\circ C = 300K$,final pressure $P_2 = \frac{1}{8}P_1$,and $\gamma = 5/3$.
Using the ratio formula: $\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \left( \frac{P_2}{P_1} \right)^{\frac{\gamma - 1}{\gamma}}$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{T_2}{300} = \left( \frac{1}{8} \right)^{\frac{5/3 - 1}{5/3}} = \left( \frac{1}{8} \right)^{\frac{2/3}{5/3}} = \left( \frac{1}{8} \right)^{2/5}$.
$T_2 = 300 \times (8^{-1})^{2/5} = 300 \times (2^3)^{-2/5} = 300 \times 2^{-6/5} \approx 300 \times 0.435 = 131K$.
Converting to Celsius: $T_2 = 131 - 273 = -142^\circ C$.
33
EasyMCQ
$\Delta U + \Delta W = 0$ is valid for
A
Adiabatic process
B
Isothermal process
C
Isobaric process
D
Isochoric process

Solution

(A) According to the first law of thermodynamics,the change in internal energy $\Delta U$ and the work done $\Delta W$ are related to the heat exchanged $\Delta Q$ as: $\Delta Q = \Delta U + \Delta W$.
In an adiabatic process,there is no exchange of heat between the system and the surroundings,meaning $\Delta Q = 0$.
Substituting $\Delta Q = 0$ into the first law equation,we get: $0 = \Delta U + \Delta W$,or $\Delta U + \Delta W = 0$.
Therefore,the given equation is valid for an adiabatic process.
34
MediumMCQ
An ideal gas at a pressure of $1 \text{ atm}$ and temperature of $27^{\circ}C$ is compressed adiabatically until its pressure becomes $8$ times the initial pressure. The final temperature is ..... $^{\circ}C$ (given $\gamma = 3/2$).
A
$627$
B
$527$
C
$427$
D
$327$

Solution

(D) For an adiabatic process,the relationship between temperature and pressure is given by $\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \left( \frac{P_2}{P_1} \right)^{\frac{\gamma - 1}{\gamma}}$.
Given: $P_1 = 1 \text{ atm}$,$P_2 = 8 \text{ atm}$,$T_1 = 27^{\circ}C = 300 \text{ K}$,and $\gamma = 3/2$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{T_2}{300} = (8)^{\frac{3/2 - 1}{3/2}} = (8)^{\frac{1/2}{3/2}} = (8)^{1/3}$.
Since $8^{1/3} = 2$,we have $\frac{T_2}{300} = 2$.
Therefore,$T_2 = 600 \text{ K}$.
Converting back to Celsius: $T_2(^{\circ}C) = 600 - 273 = 327^{\circ}C$.
35
MediumMCQ
Air is filled in a motor tube at $27^{\circ}C$ and at a pressure of $8$ atmospheres. The tube suddenly bursts,then the temperature of the air is $[\text{Given } \gamma \text{ of air} = 1.5]$.
A
$27.5^{\circ}C$
B
$75 K$
C
$150 K$
D
$150^{\circ}C$

Solution

(C) When the tube suddenly bursts,the process is adiabatic.
For an adiabatic process,the relationship between temperature and pressure is given by: $\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \left(\frac{P_2}{P_1}\right)^{\frac{\gamma - 1}{\gamma}}$.
Here,the initial temperature $T_1 = 27^{\circ}C = 27 + 273 = 300 K$.
The initial pressure $P_1 = 8 \text{ atm}$.
After the tube bursts,the final pressure $P_2 = 1 \text{ atm}$ (atmospheric pressure).
The adiabatic index $\gamma = 1.5$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{T_2}{300} = \left(\frac{1}{8}\right)^{\frac{1.5 - 1}{1.5}} = \left(\frac{1}{8}\right)^{\frac{0.5}{1.5}} = \left(\frac{1}{8}\right)^{\frac{1}{3}}$.
Since $8 = 2^3$,we have $\left(\frac{1}{8}\right)^{\frac{1}{3}} = \frac{1}{2}$.
Therefore,$T_2 = 300 \times \frac{1}{2} = 150 K$.
36
MediumMCQ
If $\gamma = 2.5$ and the final volume is $\frac{1}{8}$ times the initial volume, then the final pressure $P'$ is equal to (Initial pressure $= P$).
A
$P' = P$
B
$P' = 2P$
C
$P' = P \times 2^{15/2}$
D
$P' = 7P$

Solution

(C) For an adiabatic process, the relation between pressure and volume is given by $PV^\gamma = \text{constant}$.
Therefore, $P_1 V_1^\gamma = P_2 V_2^\gamma$.
Given: $P_1 = P$, $V_2 = \frac{V_1}{8}$, and $\gamma = 2.5 = \frac{5}{2}$.
Substituting these values into the equation:
$P \times V_1^{5/2} = P' \times \left( \frac{V_1}{8} \right)^{5/2}$.
$P' = P \times \left( \frac{V_1}{V_1/8} \right)^{5/2}$.
$P' = P \times (8)^{5/2}$.
Since $8 = 2^3$, we have $P' = P \times (2^3)^{5/2} = P \times 2^{15/2}$.
37
EasyMCQ
In an adiabatic process,the state of a gas is changed from $(P_1, V_1, T_1)$ to $(P_2, V_2, T_2)$. Which of the following relations is correct?
A
$T_1 V_1^{\gamma - 1} = T_2 V_2^{\gamma - 1}$
B
$P_1 V_1^{\gamma - 1} = P_2 V_2^{\gamma - 1}$
C
$T_1 P_1^{\gamma} = T_2 P_2^{\gamma}$
D
$T_1 V_1^{\gamma} = T_2 V_2^{\gamma}$

Solution

(A) For an adiabatic process involving an ideal gas,the relationship between temperature $T$ and volume $V$ is given by the equation $T V^{\gamma - 1} = \text{constant}$.
This implies that for two different states $(P_1, V_1, T_1)$ and $(P_2, V_2, T_2)$,the relationship holds as:
$T_1 V_1^{\gamma - 1} = T_2 V_2^{\gamma - 1}$.
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
38
EasyMCQ
In an adiabatic expansion of a gas,
A
Its pressure increases
B
Its temperature falls
C
Its density increases
D
Its thermal energy increases

Solution

(B) In an adiabatic process,there is no exchange of heat with the surroundings,so $dQ = 0$.
According to the first law of thermodynamics,$dQ = dU + dW$,where $dU$ is the change in internal energy and $dW$ is the work done by the gas.
Since $dQ = 0$,we have $dU = -dW$.
In an expansion,the gas does work on the surroundings,so $dW > 0$.
This implies $dU < 0$,which means the internal energy of the gas decreases.
Since the internal energy of an ideal gas is directly proportional to its temperature $(U \propto T)$,a decrease in internal energy leads to a decrease in temperature.
Therefore,in an adiabatic expansion,the temperature of the gas falls.
39
MediumMCQ
One mole of an ideal gas at an initial temperature of $T \ K$ does $6R \ J$ of work adiabatically. If the ratio of specific heats of this gas at constant pressure and at constant volume is $5/3$,the final temperature of the gas will be:
A
$(T + 2.4) \ K$
B
$(T - 2.4) \ K$
C
$(T + 4) \ K$
D
$(T - 4) \ K$

Solution

(D) For an adiabatic process,the work done $W$ by $n$ moles of an ideal gas is given by the formula:
$W = \frac{nR(T_i - T_f)}{\gamma - 1}$
Given:
$n = 1 \text{ mole}$
$T_i = T \ K$
$W = 6R \ J$
$\gamma = 5/3$
Substituting these values into the formula:
$6R = \frac{1 \cdot R(T - T_f)}{(5/3 - 1)}$
$6R = \frac{R(T - T_f)}{2/3}$
$6R = \frac{3R(T - T_f)}{2}$
Dividing both sides by $R$ and solving for $T_f$:
$6 = 1.5(T - T_f)$
$T - T_f = 6 / 1.5 = 4$
$T_f = T - 4$
Therefore,the final temperature of the gas is $(T - 4) \ K$.
40
MediumMCQ
$A$ gas is suddenly compressed to $1/4$ th of its original volume at normal temperature. The increase in its temperature is ....... $K$ $(\gamma = 1.5)$
A
$273$
B
$573$
C
$373$
D
$473$

Solution

(A) For an adiabatic process,the relation between temperature and volume is given by $T V^{\gamma - 1} = \text{constant}$.
Given: Initial volume $V_1 = V$,final volume $V_2 = V/4$,initial temperature $T_1 = 273 \, K$,and $\gamma = 1.5$.
Using the adiabatic relation: $T_1 V_1^{\gamma - 1} = T_2 V_2^{\gamma - 1}$.
Substituting the values: $T_2 = T_1 \left( \frac{V_1}{V_2} \right)^{\gamma - 1} = T_1 \left( \frac{V}{V/4} \right)^{1.5 - 1} = T_1 (4)^{0.5} = T_1 \times 2$.
Thus,$T_2 = 2 \times 273 = 546 \, K$.
The increase in temperature is $\Delta T = T_2 - T_1 = 546 - 273 = 273 \, K$.
41
MediumMCQ
$A$ gas $(\gamma = 1.3)$ is enclosed in an insulated vessel fitted with an insulating piston at a pressure of $10^5 \ N/m^2$. On suddenly pressing the piston,the volume is reduced to half the initial volume. The final pressure of the gas is:
A
$2^{0.7} \times 10^5 \ N/m^2$
B
$2^{1.3} \times 10^5 \ N/m^2$
C
$2^{1.4} \times 10^5 \ N/m^2$
D
None of these

Solution

(B) Since the process is sudden and the vessel is insulated,it is an adiabatic process. For an adiabatic process,the relation between pressure and volume is $PV^\gamma = \text{constant}$.
Thus,$P_1 V_1^\gamma = P_2 V_2^\gamma$.
Given: $P_1 = 10^5 \ N/m^2$,$\gamma = 1.3$,and $V_2 = \frac{V_1}{2}$.
Substituting these values into the equation:
$P_2 = P_1 \left( \frac{V_1}{V_2} \right)^\gamma$
$P_2 = 10^5 \times \left( \frac{V_1}{V_1/2} \right)^{1.3}$
$P_2 = 10^5 \times (2)^{1.3} \ N/m^2$.
Therefore,the final pressure is $2^{1.3} \times 10^5 \ N/m^2$.
42
EasyMCQ
The internal energy of the gas increases in:
A
Adiabatic expansion
B
Adiabatic compression
C
Isothermal expansion
D
Isothermal compression

Solution

(B) For an adiabatic process,the first law of thermodynamics is given by $\Delta Q = \Delta U + \Delta W$. Since $\Delta Q = 0$ for an adiabatic process,we have $\Delta U = -\Delta W$.
In the case of compression,work is done on the gas,so $\Delta W$ is negative $(\Delta W < 0)$.
Substituting this into the equation,$\Delta U = -(\text{negative value})$,which results in $\Delta U > 0$.
Therefore,the internal energy of the gas increases during adiabatic compression.
43
EasyMCQ
If $\Delta U$ and $\Delta W$ represent the increase in internal energy and work done by the system respectively in a thermodynamical process,which of the following is true?
A
$\Delta U = - \Delta W$ in an adiabatic process
B
$\Delta U = \Delta W$ in an isothermal process
C
$\Delta U = - \Delta W$ in an isothermal process
D
$\Delta U = \Delta W$ in an adiabatic process

Solution

(A) According to the first law of thermodynamics,the heat supplied to the system $(\Delta Q)$ is equal to the sum of the change in internal energy $(\Delta U)$ and the work done by the system $(\Delta W)$:
$\Delta Q = \Delta U + \Delta W$
In an adiabatic process,there is no exchange of heat with the surroundings,so $\Delta Q = 0$.
Substituting $\Delta Q = 0$ into the equation,we get:
$0 = \Delta U + \Delta W$
Therefore,$\Delta U = - \Delta W$.
44
EasyMCQ
$A$ gas is suddenly compressed to one fourth of its original volume. What will be its final pressure,if its initial pressure is $P$?
A
Less than $P$
B
More than $P$
C
$P$
D
Either

Solution

(B) For a sudden compression,the process is adiabatic. The adiabatic equation is $P V^{\gamma} = \text{constant}$.
Let the initial pressure be $P_1 = P$ and initial volume be $V_1 = V$.
The final volume is $V_2 = V/4$.
Using the relation $\frac{P_2}{P_1} = \left( \frac{V_1}{V_2} \right)^{\gamma}$,we get:
$\frac{P_2}{P} = \left( \frac{V}{V/4} \right)^{\gamma} = 4^{\gamma}$.
Therefore,$P_2 = 4^{\gamma} P$.
Since the adiabatic index $\gamma$ for any gas is greater than $1$ (e.g.,$1.4$ for diatomic,$1.67$ for monatomic),$4^{\gamma}$ will be greater than $4$.
Thus,$P_2 > 4P$,which means the final pressure is much more than $P$.
45
EasyMCQ
$A$ gas for which $\gamma = 1.5$ is suddenly compressed to $\frac{1}{4}$ of its initial volume. What is the ratio of the final pressure to the initial pressure?
A
$1:16$
B
$1:8$
C
$1:4$
D
$8:1$

Solution

(D) For an adiabatic process,the relation between pressure and volume is given by $P_1 V_1^\gamma = P_2 V_2^\gamma$.
Given that $\gamma = 1.5 = \frac{3}{2}$ and the final volume $V_2 = \frac{V_1}{4}$,we have $\frac{V_1}{V_2} = 4$.
The ratio of final pressure to initial pressure is $\frac{P_2}{P_1} = \left( \frac{V_1}{V_2} \right)^\gamma$.
Substituting the values,$\frac{P_2}{P_1} = (4)^{3/2} = (2^2)^{3/2} = 2^3 = 8$.
Thus,the ratio of the final pressure to the initial pressure is $8:1$.
46
MediumMCQ
One mole of an ideal gas with $\gamma = 1.4$ is adiabatically compressed so that its temperature rises from $27^{\circ}C$ to $35^{\circ}C$. The change in the internal energy of the gas is ....... $J$ $(R = 8.3 \, J/mol \cdot K)$.
A
$-166$
B
$166$
C
$-168$
D
$168$

Solution

(B) The change in internal energy $\Delta U$ of an ideal gas is given by the formula $\Delta U = n C_v \Delta T$.
For an ideal gas,$C_v = \frac{R}{\gamma - 1}$.
Given: $n = 1 \, mol$,$\gamma = 1.4$,$R = 8.3 \, J/mol \cdot K$.
Initial temperature $T_1 = 27^{\circ}C = 27 + 273 = 300 \, K$.
Final temperature $T_2 = 35^{\circ}C = 35 + 273 = 308 \, K$.
Change in temperature $\Delta T = T_2 - T_1 = 308 - 300 = 8 \, K$.
Substituting the values:
$\Delta U = 1 \times \frac{8.3}{1.4 - 1} \times 8$
$\Delta U = \frac{8.3}{0.4} \times 8$
$\Delta U = 8.3 \times 20 = 166 \, J$.
Thus,the change in internal energy is $166 \, J$.
47
MediumMCQ
The volume of a gas is reduced adiabatically to $\frac{1}{4}$ of its initial volume at $27^{\circ}C$. If the value of $\gamma = 1.4$,then the new temperature will be:
A
$350 \times 4^{0.4} \text{ K}$
B
$300 \times 4^{0.4} \text{ K}$
C
$150 \times 4^{0.4} \text{ K}$
D
None of these

Solution

(B) For an adiabatic process,the relationship between temperature and volume is given by $T V^{\gamma - 1} = \text{constant}$.
This implies $\frac{T_2}{T_1} = \left( \frac{V_1}{V_2} \right)^{\gamma - 1}$.
Given: Initial temperature $T_1 = 27^{\circ}C = 27 + 273 = 300 \text{ K}$.
Initial volume $V_1 = V$.
Final volume $V_2 = \frac{V}{4}$.
Adiabatic index $\gamma = 1.4$.
Substituting these values into the formula:
$T_2 = T_1 \times \left( \frac{V_1}{V_2} \right)^{\gamma - 1}$
$T_2 = 300 \times \left( \frac{V}{V/4} \right)^{1.4 - 1}$
$T_2 = 300 \times (4)^{0.4} \text{ K}$.
48
EasyMCQ
During an adiabatic expansion of $2\, moles$ of a gas,the change in internal energy was found to be $-50\, J$. The work done during the process is ...... $J$.
A
$0$
B
$100$
C
$-50$
D
$50$

Solution

(D) For an adiabatic process,the first law of thermodynamics is given by $\Delta Q = \Delta U + \Delta W$.
Since the process is adiabatic,the heat exchange $\Delta Q = 0$.
Therefore,$0 = \Delta U + \Delta W$,which implies $\Delta W = -\Delta U$.
Given that the change in internal energy $\Delta U = -50\, J$.
Substituting the value,we get $\Delta W = -(-50\, J) = +50\, J$.
Thus,the work done during the process is $50\, J$.
49
MediumMCQ
The adiabatic modulus of elasticity of a gas is $2.1 \times 10^5 \ N/m^2$. What will be its isothermal modulus of elasticity? (Given: $\frac{C_p}{C_v} = 1.4$)
A
$1.8 \times 10^5 \ N/m^2$
B
$1.5 \times 10^5 \ N/m^2$
C
$1.4 \times 10^5 \ N/m^2$
D
$1.2 \times 10^5 \ N/m^2$

Solution

(B) The adiabatic modulus of elasticity $(E_{\phi})$ is related to the isothermal modulus of elasticity $(E_{\theta})$ by the adiabatic index $\gamma$ as follows:
$E_{\phi} = \gamma E_{\theta}$
Therefore,the isothermal modulus of elasticity is given by:
$E_{\theta} = \frac{E_{\phi}}{\gamma}$
Given:
$E_{\phi} = 2.1 \times 10^5 \ N/m^2$
$\gamma = \frac{C_p}{C_v} = 1.4$
Substituting the values:
$E_{\theta} = \frac{2.1 \times 10^5}{1.4}$
$E_{\theta} = 1.5 \times 10^5 \ N/m^2$
Thus,the correct option is $B$.

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