Question:

Which of the following are intensive properties? A. Kinetic energy
B. Thermal conductivity
C. Pressure
D. Entropy
E. Volume

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If doubling system doubles value → extensive; otherwise intensive.
Updated On: May 22, 2026
  • A and B only
  • B, C and D only
  • B and C only
  • C and E only
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Concept: Properties are classified as:
• Intensive → independent of mass (e.g., pressure, temperature)
• Extensive → depend on mass (e.g., volume, energy)

Step 1: Evaluate kinetic energy (A).

Depends on mass: \[ KE = \frac{1}{2}mv^2 \] Hence extensive → incorrect.

Step 2: Evaluate thermal conductivity (B).

Material property → independent of size → intensive → correct.

Step 3: Evaluate pressure (C).

Force per unit area:
• Independent of system size Hence intensive → correct.

Step 4: Evaluate entropy (D).

Depends on mass → extensive → incorrect.

Step 5: Evaluate volume (E).

Depends on size → extensive → incorrect.

Step 6: Final conclusion.

Correct: B and C. \[ \boxed{\text{Answer: B and C only}} \]
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