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(a)
The total work done on the gas if it follows the constant temperature path
(a)
Answer to Problem 20P
The total work done on the gas is
Explanation of Solution
Write the expression for the total work done when the gas follows the constant temperature path followed by constant pressure path.
Here,
it can be shown from the
Here,
Write the expression for ideal gas equation.
Here,
Solve equation (III) for
Use equation (IV) in equation (II),
Write the expression for work done by the gas at constant pressure.
Here,
Use equation (IV) and (III) in equation (I),
Rearrange equation (V) for work done when the gas follows the constant temperature path
Conclusion:
Substitute
Therefore, the total work done on the gas is
(b)
The total change in internal energy of the gas during the entire process and the total heat flow into the gas.
(b)
Answer to Problem 20P
The total change in internal energy is
Explanation of Solution
Write the expression for the change in internal energy.
Here,
Write the expression for the total heat flows into the gas.
Write the expression for the specific heat at constant volume.
Use equation (X) and equation (IV) in equation (IX),
Conclusion:
Substitute
Substitute
Therefore, The total change in internal energy is
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