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In an adiabatic process, which of the following statements is true?.
- A.No heat is exchanged with the surroundings.
- B.The temperature of the system increases.
- C.Work done is equal to the change in internal energy.
- D.Both heat and work are exchanged.
Model answer
What a good answer should say
- No heat is exchanged with the surroundings.
Explanation
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An adiabatic process is characterized by the absence of heat transfer between the system and its surroundings, meaning all energy changes are due to work done on or by the system.
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