Asked in UHS MDCAT 2018 2018Moderate

Gas is enclosed in a container of 20 cm3 with a moving piston. According to the kinetic theory of gases, what will be the effect on freely moving molecules of the gas if the temperature is increased from 20 oC to 100 oC?

Correct answer: B. The volume will be increased

  • A. Pressure will become one half
  • B. The volume will be increased
  • C. Temperature has no effect on freely moving molecules
  • D. Colliding capability of molecule will become lower

Explanation

According to Charles's law, the volume occupied by a fixed amount of gas is directly proportional to its absolute temperature, if the pressure remains constant. Since the piston is movable, hence increased temperature causes the volume to be increased.

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