Chapter 15, Problem 8MCQ

Figure Q15.8 shows a P-versus-V graph for two processes, A and B, that are performed with the same amount of ideal gas Process A is an isothermal process. Which of the following statements are correct? (More than one statement may be correct.)

a. The final and the initial temperatures in process B can be different than in process A.

b. The final and the initial temperatures in process B are always the same as in process A.

c. The work done by the gas on the environment is the same in both processes.

d. The work done by the gas on the environment in process B is greater than that in process A.

e. The work done by the gas on the environment in process B is smaller than that in process A.

f. The temperature of the gas in process B is first increasing and then decreasing.

g. The temperature of the gas in process B is first decreasing and then increasing.

h. The temperature of the gas in process B is constant.