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We need to verify both statements about an adiabatic process for an ideal gas.
Checking Statement I:
For an adiabatic process, $$Q = 0$$.
From the first law of thermodynamics: $$W = -\Delta U = -\mu C_v(T_2 - T_1)$$
Since $$C_v = \frac{R}{\gamma - 1}$$:
$$W = -\mu \times \frac{R}{\gamma - 1} \times (T_2 - T_1)$$
$$W = \frac{\mu R(T_1 - T_2)}{\gamma - 1} = \frac{\mu R(T_2 - T_1)}{1 - \gamma}$$
This matches the given formula. Statement I is TRUE.
Checking Statement II:
When work is done ON the gas in an adiabatic process, $$W < 0$$ (work done by gas is negative, meaning work is done on the gas).
From the first law (adiabatic, $$Q = 0$$): $$\Delta U = -W_{\text{by gas}}$$
When work is done on the gas, $$W_{\text{on gas}} > 0$$, so $$\Delta U > 0$$.
Since internal energy increases, $$T_2 > T_1$$, meaning the temperature rises.
Statement II is TRUE.
Both statements are true. The correct answer is Option A.
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