A graph between volume and temperature gives a straight line which cuts the temperature axis at:

Correct answer: D. -273 oC

  • A. 0 oC
  • B. 273 oC
  • C. 546 oC
  • D. -273 oC

Explanation

The graph of temperature with volume should be a straight line passing through the origin (0,0), given the temperature is measured in Kelvins. Since all the options are given in degrees Celsius 0 K should be converted as well, which gives us -273 oC.

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