A gas is enclosed within a chamber that is fitted with a

Chapter 15, Problem 15.3

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A gas is enclosed within a chamber that is fitted with a frictionless piston. The piston is then pushed in, thereby compressing the gas. Which statement below regarding this process is consistent with the first law of thermodynamics? (a) The internal energy of the gas will increase. (b) The internal energy of the gas will decrease. (c) The internal energy of the gas will not change. (d) The internal energy of the gas may increase, decrease, or remain the same, depending on the amount of heat that the gas gains or loses.

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