Question

A gas is compressed by an isothermal process that decreases its volume by a factor of 2. In this process, the pressure:________

Answer 1

Answer:

In this process, the pressure increases by a factor of 2.

Explanation:

For an isothermal process, the temperature remains constant throughout the process.

Also, PV = constant

It means that there is an inverse relationship between pressure and volume of the gas.

If the volume is decreased by a factor of 2, the pressure increases by a factor of 2. Hence, the correct option is (c).