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A gas is taken through the cycle $A \rightarrow B \rightarrow C \rightarrow A$, as shown in figure. What is the net work done by the gas?

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Options:
  • A $2000 \mathrm{~J}$
  • B $1000 \mathrm{~J}$
  • C Zero
  • D $-2000 \mathrm{~J}$
Solution:
2740 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: $1000 \mathrm{~J}$
Net work done by the gas $=$ Area enclosed in $p-V$ curve, i.e. area of $\triangle A B C$.
$W_{\text {net }}=\frac{1}{2} \times 5 \times 10^{-3} \times 4 \times 10^5 \mathrm{~J}=10^3 \mathrm{~J}=1000 \mathrm{~J}$

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