For a given thermodynamic process, the P - V diagram is as shown below: Which of the following is the V - T diagram for the process?
A → B: isobaric
B → C: adiabatic
C → A: isothermal

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For a given thermodynamic process, the P - V diagram is as shown below: Which of the following is the V - T diagram for the process? A → B: isobaric B → C: adiabatic C → A: isothermal

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Along AB, pressure is constant. P V = RT ⇒ V = P R ​ T Thus AB is a straight rising line in the V-T plane. Along BC, the gas expands adiabatically. T V γ − 1 = constant Volume rises while temperature falls along a curve. Along CA, temperature is fixed, so the V-T path is vertical. Answer D.

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