What happens to the pressure of a given mass of gas if its volume is halved at a constant temperature? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What happens to the pressure of a given mass of gas if its volume is halved at a constant temperature?
A. It is doubled.
B. It is quadrupled.
C. It remains unchanged.
D. It is halved.
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
According to Boyle's Law, for a given mass of an ideal gas at constant temperature, the pressure is inversely proportional to its volume (P ∝ 1/V, or P1V1 = P2V2). If the volume is halved (V2 = V1/2), the pressure must double (P2 = 2P1) to keep the product constant.

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Physics Questions

Question #1
The frequency of ultrasonic wave is
A. > 20 kHz
B. > 20 MHz
C. 20 Hz - 20 kHz
D. < 20 Hz

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Above 20 kHz.

This question belongs to: Science Physics
Question #2
A 50 kg man climbs 30 steps each 20 cm high in 10 s. His power (g=10 m/s²) is
A. 600 W
B. 150 W
C. 30 W
D. 300 W

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Total height = 30 × 0.2 m = 6 m. Work done = mgh = 50 × 10 × 6 = 3000 J. Power = Work/time = 3000/10 = 300 W. If steps height and number given, calculate total vertical displacement. Time taken for climbing is important. Power is rate of doing work.

This question belongs to: Science Physics
Question #3
The time period of revolution of a geostationary satellite is:
A. 12 hours
B. 24 hours
C. Variable
D. 84 minutes

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Geostationary satellites orbit in Earth's equatorial plane with period matching Earth's rotation period (24 hours), so they appear stationary relative to ground. Orbital radius is about 42,000 km from Earth's center. Memory tip: 'Geostationary: T=24 h, equatorial orbit, fixed position; used for communication/weather satellites'. This standard result is frequently tested in competitive exams. Always recall that geostationary is a special case of geosynchronous (same period) with zero inclination; competitive exams often compare low orbit (84 min) vs geostationary (24 h) periods.

This question belongs to: Science Physics