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For an adiabatic compression the quantity PV

  • A. Increases
  • B. Decreases
  • C. Remains constant
  • D. Depends on γ

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In an adiabatic compression process, the relationship between pressure (P) and volume (V) is governed by the equation PV^γ = constant, where γ (gamma) is the heat capacity ratio. This means that as the volume decreases during compression, the pressure increases, leading to a change in the product PV.

Understanding the Options

  • A. Increases - This is not correct because the product PV does not simply increase during compression.
  • B. Decreases - This is also incorrect; PV does not decrease in adiabatic processes.
  • C. Remains constant - This is true for isothermal processes, not adiabatic ones.
  • D. Depends on γ - This is the correct answer, as the value of PV changes based on the specific heat ratio γ.

Therefore, the correct answer is D. Depends on γ.