The figure below illustrates a thermodynamic process along a closed path. Answer the questions below. p (atm). 4.0 3.0 2.0 - 1.0 RI 1.0 5.0 V (L) 2.0 3.0 4.0 a. Calculate the net work done by the gas along the closed path in the direction indicated. The curved section between R and S is semicircular. The net work done by the gas is kJ. b. If the process is carried out in the opposite direction, what is the work done on the gas? The net work done on the gas is kJ.

The figure below illustrates a thermodynamic process along a closed path. Answer the questions below. p (atm). 4.0 3.0 2.0 - 1.0 RI 1.0 5.0 V (L) 2.0 3.0 4.0 a. Calculate the net work done by the gas along the closed path in the direction indicated. The curved section between R and S is semicircular. The net work done by the gas is kJ. b. If the process is carried out in the opposite direction, what is the work done on the gas? The net work done on the gas is kJ.

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Chapter3: The First Law Of Thermodynamics

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