Q. Which of the following p-V diagrams best represents an isothermal process?

A) [image:12_image18.emf]
B) [image:12_image19.emf]
C) [image:12_image20.emf]
D) [image:12_image21.emf]
Explanation

(c) In this process, p and V changes but T=constant ie, change in temperature $\mathrm{\Delta}T = 0$
Boyle’s law is obeyed ie, pV=constant
$\Rightarrow \ \ \ \ p_{1}V_{1} = p_{2}V_{2}$
According to pV=constant, graph between p and V is a part of rectangular hyperbola. Therefore, option(c) is correct.

Dr. Abubacker
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