In a given process on an ideal gas, dW=0 and dQ<0. Then for the gas [2001]
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From the first law of thermodynamics
dQ=dU+dW
Here dW=0 (given)
∴ dQ=dU
Now since dQ<0 (given)
i.e., dQ is negative so dU decreases.
Internal energy 'U' decreases when temperature T decreases.