In an isobaric process 4.0 × 10⁴ J of work is done on a quantity of gas while its volume changes from 2.5 m³ to 1.5 m³.What is the pressure during this process? A)3.4E+4 Pa B)2.8E+4 Pa C)4.0E+4 Pa D)4.6E+4 Pa

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In an isobaric process, the pressure remains constant. Thus, the pressure during the process is the same as the initial pressure or the final pressure. We can use the formula for work done in an isobaric process:
W = PΔV
where W is the work done, P is the constant pressure, and ΔV is the change in volume.
Substituting the given values:
4.0 × 10^14 J = P[(1.5 m^3) - (2.5 m^3)]
P = (4.0 × 10^14 J) / (-1.0 m^3)
P = -4.0 × 10^14 Pa
Since pressure cannot be negative, there must be a mistake in the calculation or the question. Assuming that the work done is positive (which is conventionally assumed), the pressure should be positive as well. Therefore, the answer closest to the calculated value in magnitude is C, 4.0 × 10^4 Pa.

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