Kinetic Theory of Gases: Practice Problem & Solution

Solution Explained:

To solve this problem, we apply the core principles of Kinetic Theory of Gases. Understanding the underlying formula is key to arriving at the correct answer below:

By the first law, \(dQ = dU + dW\). If work is done on the gas, \(dW_{\text{by}} = -dW_{\text{on}}\). Given \(dU = dW_{\text{on}}\), so \(dQ = 0\). This represents an adiabatic process.