A gas at a pressure of 10^5Nm−² expands from 0.6m−³ to 1.2m³ at constant temperature, the work done is?

A. 7.0 x 10⁶J
B. 6.0 x 10⁶J
C. 6.0 x 10⁵J
D. 6.0 x 10⁴J

Correct Answer:

Option D – 6.0 x 10⁴J

Explanation

W = W1×V1/V2

W = (10×0.6)/1.2

W = 6.0 x 10⁴J