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Chemistry Thermodynamics and Thermochemistry General Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 14, 2026

An ideal gas undergoes adiabatic expansion against constant external pressure. Which of the following is incorrect :

A
Temperature of the system decreases.
B
The relation PV γ = constant will be valid (where P and V are gas variables)
C
Δ E + P ext Δ V = 0
D
Enthalpy of the gas remains unchanged.

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(b,d) In adiabatic expansion, q = 0. So Δ E = W = –P ext Δ V.

Irreversible adiabatic So PV γ = constant not valid.

Since q = 0, so gas does work by utilizing its internal energy.

So, T decreases and also enthalpy (H) decreases.

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