wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Consider a real gas placed in a container. If the intermolecular attractions disappear suddenly, which of the following is likely to happen?

A
The pressure decreases
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
The pressure increases
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
C
The pressure remains unchanged
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
The gas collapses
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is B The pressure increases

If attractions disappear, their velocities would increase and consequently, the observed pressure will also increase.


flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
1
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Equations Redefined
CHEMISTRY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon