ISRO Mechanical & Aerospace 2009 - Question 31

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In the Vander Waal's gas equation $(P + a/V²)(v-b) = RT$ the constant 'a' is introduced to compensate for

  • A. Reduction in specific volume
  • B. Inter-molecular forces
  • C. Reduction in specific heat
  • D. All of the above

Answer: B. Inter-molecular forces

Explanation: The term $a/V²$ accounts for the cohesive forces (inter-molecular attraction) between gas molecules.

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