MHT CET202313 May 2023Morning ShiftChemistryThermodynamics (C)Actual
Which of the following processes exhibits increase in internal energy?
Options
- AAdiabatic compression of gas.
- BAdiabatic expansion of gas.
- CIsothermal expansion of gas.
- DIsothermal compression of gas.
Correct answer
A. Adiabatic compression of gas.
Step-by-step solution
In adiabatic process, there is no exchange of heat between system and its surroundings. So, - U =- W or U = W During compression work is done on the system by the surroundings. Therefore, W is positive. Thus, the internal energy would increase during the adiabatic compression of a gas.