Which of the following exemplifies an adiabatic process ?

Correct answer: B. Sudden bursting of a cycle tube

  • A. Melting of ice
  • B. Sudden bursting of a cycle tube
  • C. Condensation of alcohol vapor
  • D. Evaporation of water

Explanation

A suddenly bursting cycle tube releases gas so rapidly that there is negligible time for heat transfer, making the event approximately adiabatic. Melting, condensation and evaporation normally involve heat exchange with the surroundings.

Written and checked by , MS Computer ScienceLast updated
Report an error

The more specific you are, the faster it gets fixed. A source beats an opinion.

Prefer email? [email protected]

Practise Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics

598 free Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics MCQs from Chemical Engineering, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.

Discussion

Stuck on an option, or know a faster way to get there? Ask or explain it here.

No comments yet. Be the first to explain this one.

Exams that ask Chemical Engineering questions like this

Chemical Engineering is on this paper prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for it.

More Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics questions