A gas expands under constant pressure P from V1 to V2 . The work done by the gas is:
Correct answer: A. P(V2 −V1 )
- A. P(V2 −V1 )
- B. P(V1 −V2 )
- C. P(V1^γ −V2^γ )
- D. P(1/V1 −1/V2 )
Explanation
The work done by a gas under constant pressure P) during expansion or compression is given by P×(change in volume). Therefore, the correct expression is P(V2 −V1 ).
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