Q96 / 180 · AIIMS 2012 · Physics

What is the slope for an isothermal process?

A
$\frac{P}{V}$
Correct answer
B
$-\frac{P}{V}$
C
Zero
D
$\infty$

Solution

For an isothermal process, the slope is $-\frac{P}{V} \circledast$

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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