Question Bank MSQ • 2 Marks Section 5: Thermodynamics & Statistical Physics Thermodynamics & Statistical Physics - Module 4

QB_PH_141: Thermodynamics & Statistical Physics - Module 4

Question Statement

Which statements is/are true for an adiabatic throttling (Joule-Thomson) expansion?
(A) The process is isenthalpic (enthalpy $H$ is conserved)
(B) The Joule-Thomson coefficient is $\mu_{JT} = \left(\frac{\partial T}{\partial P}\right)_H$
(C) For an ideal gas, $\mu_{JT} = 0$ identically
(D) A real gas always cools upon expansion regardless of temperature
Correct Answer
A, B, C
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### Solution: Throttling is isenthalpic. Real gases cool only below the inversion temperature.
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