Thermodynamics Question 44

Question: A gas (γ=1.3) is enclosed in an insulated vessel fitted with insulating piston at a pressure of 105N/m2 . On suddenly pressing the piston the volume is reduced to half the initial volume. The final pressure of the gas is

[RPET 2002]

Options:

A) 273 K

B) 573 K

C) 373 K

D) 473 K

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

 TVγ1= constant

Therefore T1V1γ1=T2V2γ1

Therefore T2=T1(V1V2)γ1=T1(4)1.51=2T1

change in temperature =T2T1=2T1T1=T1=273K



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