STANDARD Physics P-V Diagrams MCQ Question
The given P-V diagram shows expansion of a gas. Which one of the following statement is true?

A is isothermal and B is adiabatic process
A is adiabatic and B is isothermal process
Both are isothermal process
Both are adiabatic process
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
As slope of curve B is more than slope of A therefore curve A is showing isothermal process and curve B is showing adiabatic process.
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