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During expansion of a gas into vaccum `(P_("ext")=0)`, Work done is zero if the process is
(A) Reversible (B) Irreversible (C ) Isothermal

A

B & C are true

B

A, B & C are false

C

A & C are true

D

B & C are false

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To solve the question regarding the work done during the expansion of a gas into a vacuum, we need to analyze the conditions under which the work done is zero. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Work Done in Expansion**: The work done (W) during the expansion of a gas is given by the formula: \[ W = -P_{\text{ext}} \Delta V \] where \( P_{\text{ext}} \) is the external pressure and \( \Delta V \) is the change in volume. 2. **Identifying the External Pressure**: In the given scenario, the gas is expanding into a vacuum, which means that the external pressure \( P_{\text{ext}} = 0 \). 3. **Calculating Work Done**: Substituting \( P_{\text{ext}} = 0 \) into the work done formula: \[ W = -0 \times \Delta V = 0 \] This indicates that the work done during the expansion of the gas into a vacuum is zero. 4. **Considering the Type of Process**: The question asks about the type of process (reversible, irreversible, isothermal) under which the work done is zero. Since we established that the work done is zero due to \( P_{\text{ext}} = 0 \), it applies regardless of whether the process is reversible or irreversible. 5. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the work done is zero during the expansion of a gas into a vacuum if the process is: - (A) Reversible - (B) Irreversible - (C) Isothermal Since the work done is zero in all these cases, we can conclude that options (A), (B), and (C) are correct. ### Final Answer: The correct options are (A), (B), and (C). ---
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