Question: 1. Show that the work done when a system expands from an initial volume, Vi to a final volume, Vf, is w=pexV. What is the

 1. Show that the work done when a system expands from

1. Show that the work done when a system expands from an initial volume, Vi to a final volume, Vf, is w=pexV. What is the sign for w if (i) the gas expands and (ii) if the gas is being compressed? Draw diagrams to show the change in volume and the direction of the force as the gas expands and compresses. Calculate the work done when gas expands from a volume of 10dm3 to 25dm3 against a constant external pressure of 10 atm. A chemical process generates 80kJ of heat and causes a change in volume for a gas from 30dm3 to 20 dm3. This process occurred in an isobaric vessel and therefore, pressure was kept constant at 5 bars. Calculate the work done (taking notice of the signs!). What is the change in internal energy for the system

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