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Physics Kinetic Theory of Gases Kinetic Energy MCQ (Single Correct)

If a piston is pushed rapidly into a container of gas, what will happen to the kinetic energy of the molecules of gas and to the temperature of the gas

A
Both will increase
B
Kinetic energy increases but the temperature remains unchanged
C
Kinetic energy increases while the temperature decreases
D
Kinetic energy is unchanged while the temperature increases

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