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In the equation, PVn = Constant, if the value of n = 0, then it represents a reversible __________ process.

A. Isobaric

B. Isothermal

C. Isentropic

D. Isometric

Correct Answer :

A. Isobaric


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In case of steady flow compression polytropic process (PVn = constant), the work done on air is the lowest, when

A. n = y = 1.4

B. n = 0

C. n = 1

D. n = 1.66

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Pick out the correct statement:

A. In an isothermal system, irreversible work is more than reversible work

B. Under reversible conditions, the adiabatic work is less than isothermal work

C. Heat, work, enthalpy and entropy are all 'state functions'

D. Matter and energy cannot be exchanged with the surroundings in a closed system

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Which of the following is not an extensive property?

A. Free energy

B. Entropy

C. Refractive index

D. None of these

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As the entropy of the universe is increasing, day by day, the work producing capacity of a heat engine is

A. Not changed

B. Decreasing

C. Increasing

D. Data sufficient, can't be predicted

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The necessary and sufficient condition for equilibrium between two phases is

A. The concentration of each component should be same in the two phases

B. The temperature of each phase should be same

C. The pressure should be same in the two phases

D. The chemical potential of each component should be same in the two phases

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Pick out the correct statement.

A. Entropy and enthalpy are path functions

B. In a closed system, the energy can be exchanged with the surrounding, while matter cannot be exchanged

C. All the natural processes are reversible in nature

D. Work is a state function

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An isolated system can exchange __________ with its surroundings.

A. Matter

B. Energy

C. Neither matter nor energy

D. Both matter and energy

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Dry ice is

A. Moisture free ice

B. Solid helium

C. Solid carbon dioxide

D. None of these

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The internal energy of an incompressible fluid depends upon its

A. Pressure

B. Temperature

C. Both (A) & (B)

D. Neither (A) nor (B)

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In any spontaneous process, the __________ free energy decreases.

A. Helmholtz

B. Gibbs

C. Both a & b

D. Neither 'a' nor 'b'

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The point at which all the three (solid, liquid and gas) phases co-exist, is known as the __________ point.

A. Freezing

B. Triple

C. Boiling

D. Boyle

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For multi-component multiple phases to be in equilibrium at the same pressure and temperature, the __________ of each component must be same in all phases.

A. Chemical potential

B. Fugacity

C. Both (A) and (B)

D. Neither (A) nor (B)

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Which is a state function?

A. Specific volume

B. Work

C. Pressure

D. Temperature

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Which of the following has the minimum value of COP for a given refrigeration effect?

A. Reverse Carnot cycle

B. Ordinary vapour-compression cycle

C. Vapour-compression process with a reversible expansion engine

D. Air refrigeration cycle

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The work done in isothermal compression compared to that in adiabatic compression will be

A. Less

B. More

C. Same

D. More or less depending upon the extent of work done

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Melting of wax is accompanied with __________ in entropy.

A. Increase

B. Decrease

C. No change

D. None of these

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Which of the following is an extensive property of a system?

A. Heat capacity

B. Molal heat capacity

C. Pressure

D. Concentration

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In vapour compression refrigeration system, if the evaporator temperature and the condenser temperatures are -13°C and 37°C respectively, the Carnot COP will be

A. 5.2

B. 6.2

C. 0.168

D. Data insufficient, can't be found out

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What happens in a reversible adiabatic expansion process?

A. Heating takes place

B. Cooling takes place

C. Pressure is constant

D. Temperature is constant

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The partial molar enthalpy of a component in an ideal binary gas mixture of composition Z, at a temperature T and pressure P, is a function only of

A. T

B. T and P

C. T, P and Z

D. T and Z

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If we increase the pressure on a substance (which is at its triple point), then the triple point

A. Increases

B. Decreases

C. Remains unchanged

D. May increase or decrease; depends on the substance

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__________ functions are exemplified by heat and work.

A. Path

B. Point

C. State

D. None of these

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Work done may be calculated by the expression ∫ p dA for __________ processes.

A. Non-flow reversible

B. Adiabatic

C. Both (A) and (B)

D. Neither (A) nor (B)

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Two substances are in equilibrium in a reversible chemical reaction. If the concentration of each substance is doubled, then the value of the equilibrium constant will be

A. Same

B. Doubled

C. Halved

D. One fourth of its original value

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Isobaric process means a constant process.

A. Temperature

B. Pressure

C. Volume

D. Entropy

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Law of corresponding states says that

A. Two different gases behave similarly, if their reduced properties (i.e. P, V and T) are same

B. The surface of separation (i. e. the meniscus) between liquid and vapour phase disappears at the critical temperature

C. No gas can be liquefied above the critical temperature, howsoever high the pressure may be.

D. The molar heat of energy of gas at constant volume should be nearly constant (about 3 calories)

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Heat is added at constant temperature in an ideal __________ cycle.

A. Stirling

B. Brayton

C. Rankine

D. None of these

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Internal energy of an element at 1 atm and 25° C is __________ kcal/kg.mole.

A. 0

B. 273

C. 25

D. None of these

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A system is said to be isopiestic, if there is no __________ change.

A. Temperature

B. Pressure

C. Volume

D. None of these

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Domestic refrigerator usually works on the __________ refrigeration cycle.

A. Carnot

B. Air

C. Absorption

D. vapour-ejection