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Based on the first law of thermodynamics, which one of the following is correct?
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Options:
  • A For an isochoric process, ΔE=q
  • B For an adiabatic process, ΔE=w
  • C For an isothermal process, q=W
  • D For a cyclic process, q=W
Solution:
1706 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: For a cyclic process, q=W
(a) For isochoric process, ΔV=0

W=pΔV=0

ΔE=q

(b) For adiabatic process, q=0

ΔE=W

(c) For isothermal process, ΔT=0

and ΔE=0

q=W

(d) For cyclic process, state functions like

ΔE=0

q=W

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