The process shown in the T-V diagram in the figure is an
A) adiabatic compression.
B) isothermal compression.
C) isochoric compression.
D) isobaric compression.
E) isothermal expansion.

Question

The process shown in the T-V diagram in the figure is an 
A) adiabatic compression. 
B) isothermal compression. 
C) isochoric compression. 
D) isobaric compression. 
E) isothermal expansion.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The process shown in the T-V diagram is a vertical line, which indicates that the temperature remains constant during the process. Since the volume decreases, it indicates a compression process. Therefore, the only option that fits this description is B) isothermal compression.

The Process Shown in the T-V Diagram in the Figure