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Physics Question on Thermal Expansion

The temperature of the system decreases in an

A

adiabatic compression

B

isothermal compression

C

isothermal expansion

D

adiabatic expansion

Answer

adiabatic expansion

Explanation

Solution

In adiabatic expansion work is done by the system so it will lose heat to the surrounding. Thus, temperature of the system decreases.