The Equation of State for a Certain Gas Under Isothermal

question 30

Multiple Choice

The equation of state for a certain gas under isothermal conditions is PV = 31.2, where the units are SI. The work done by this gas as its volume increases isothermally from 0.2 m³ to 0.8 m³ is approximately

• A) 2.86 J.
• B) 28.6 J.
• C) 43.3 J.
• D) 71.8 J.
• E) 115 J.

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