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For adiabatic expansion of a monotomic perfect gas, the volume increases by 24%, What is the percentage decrease in pressure ?

a
24%
b
40%
c
48%
d
71%

detailed solution

Correct option is B

We know that pVγ=K∴ ΔpVγ+pγVγ−1ΔV=0or   (Δp/p)=−γ(ΔV/V)For monatomic gas γ=5/3∴ (Δp/p)=(5/3)×24%=40%

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