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Pressure of an ideal gas is increased by keeping temperature constant. What is effect on kinetic energy of molecules?
PhysicsKinetic Theory of GasesJIPMERJIPMER 2011
Options:
  • A Increase
  • B Decrease
  • C No change
  • D Cannot be determined
Solution:
1059 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: No change
Kinetic energy of an ideal gas depends only on its temperature. Hence, it remains constant whether its pressure is increased or decreased.

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