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The rapid escape of air from a burst tire is an example of:

Correct answer: B. Adiabatic

  • A. Isothermal
  • B. Adiabatic
  • C. Isobaric
  • D. Isochoric

Explanation

The rapid escape of air from a burst tyre is an example of an adiabatic process. During this process, no heat energy enters or leaves the system. This is mainly because heat transfer is a slow process while the bursting of a tyre is a very rapid action.

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