AP Physics 2mediummcq1 pt
A piston compresses a gas adiabatically. The gas's temperature
A.increases
B.decreases
C.stays constant
D.becomes zero
Explanation
Core Concept
Work done on the gas raises its internal energy with no heat escape.
Correct Answer
Aincreases
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