Thermodynamics Quiz on Energy and Systems

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What best defines a thermodynamic system?

A device solely designed for mechanical work.

Any collection of objects regarded as a unit with potential energy exchange. (correct)

An isolated environment with no energy interactions.

A certain quantity of heat that can be measured easily.

In the example of popping popcorn, which elements are explicitly included in the defined thermodynamic system?

The entire stove and cooking area.

Only the popcorn kernels.

Popcorn kernels but not the pot or lid. (correct)

Popcorn kernels, pot, and lid.

What characterizes a thermodynamic process?

No mechanical work is done during the process.

It involves various changes in state such as volume, temperature, and pressure. (correct)

The system remains completely unchanged throughout.

Only heat transfer is involved without any energy exchange.

Which of the following illustrates a complete understanding of energy transfer in thermodynamic systems?

Energy transfer can occur through work, heat, or both. Signup and view all the answers

What role does heat play in the thermodynamic processes described?

Heat is added to the system, affecting its state changes. Signup and view all the answers

Which of these statements about practical applications of thermodynamics is accurate?

It encompasses various energy transfer mechanisms in engines and living organisms. Signup and view all the answers

When referring to the signs for heat and work in thermodynamics, what is a crucial detail to note?

Work done on the system is considered positive work. Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of internal energy in a thermodynamic system primarily include?

The sum of kinetic energies of all constituent particles Signup and view all the answers

Why is it considered unhelpful to discuss 'heat in a body'?

Heat is a process, not a property of the body Signup and view all the answers

What must be excluded when calculating the internal energy of a system?

The potential energy of surrounding interactions Signup and view all the answers

In a pV diagram, what does a straight line from the initial state to the final state represent?

The work done by the system during a thermodynamic process Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the internal energy of a body when it is cooled?

It decreases due to reduction in the average kinetic energies of particles Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the work done by a gas when it expands?

It is considered positive work since the gas pushes outward. Signup and view all the answers

In terms of thermodynamics, what is the effect of a molecule colliding with a stationary surface?

It exerts a force but does no work. Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept of infinitesimal work done by a system represented by the equation $dW = pAdx$?

Work is defined by the product of pressure, area, and infinitesimal displacement. Signup and view all the answers

When a piston moves toward gas molecules, what type of work do the gas molecules do?

The gas does negative work on the piston. Signup and view all the answers

What influence does pressure exert by the system on the piston face have regarding force?

The total force exerted is given by $F = pA$. Signup and view all the answers

How do solid materials behave when expanding under pressure in terms of work done?

They perform positive work similar to gases. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about thermodynamic systems is correct?

Biological organisms are more complex but still follow the same thermodynamic principles. Signup and view all the answers

What defines the work done during a small expansion of a gas indicated by $dW = pAdx$?

It is the product of pressure, cross-sectional area, and infinitesimal distance. Signup and view all the answers

What does a gas do when it compresses according to the principles of work and thermodynamics?

The gas does negative work against the surrounding. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the role of heat and work in a thermodynamic system?

They can exchange energy with the surroundings through defined processes. Signup and view all the answers

What does a negative value of [Q]{.math.inline} represent?

Heat flow out of the system Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about work [W]{.math.inline} in thermodynamics is correct?

Negative [W]{.math.inline} corresponds to work done on the system. Signup and view all the answers

When considering a gas in a cylinder, which scenario results in work done by the system?

Gas expanding against external pressure Signup and view all the answers

How is the sign convention for work in thermodynamics different from mechanics?

Work done by the system is considered positive. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of an internal-combustion engine, what does the heat of combustion of fuel do?

It is used to perform work on the launch vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of thermodynamic principles?

They are applicable without needing microscopic details. Signup and view all the answers

In thermodynamics, when is the heat [Q]{.math.inline} considered positive?

When energy is absorbed from the surroundings. Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred when a system undergoes expansion?

Energy is leaving the system. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following applies to a gas being compressed inside a piston?

Negative work is done on the gas. Signup and view all the answers

What does the equation $W = nRT ext{ln} \frac{p_1}{p_2}$ represent in terms of thermodynamics?

The work done during an isothermal expansion of an ideal gas Signup and view all the answers

In an isothermal expansion where the volume increases, which of the following statements is true?

The work done is positive as volume increases. Signup and view all the answers

During a thermodynamic process, the work done by the system is affected by what factor?

The path taken between the initial and final states Signup and view all the answers

If a gas expands isothermally from volume $V_1$ to volume $V_2 = 2V_1$, how does its final pressure $p_2$ compare to $p_1$?

It is less than $p_1$. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the logarithm in the work formula $W = nRT ext{ln} \frac{p_1}{p_2}$ is true?

The logarithm equals zero when $p_1 = p_2$. Signup and view all the answers

What condition is indicated when stating '$V_2 > V_1$'?

Expansion of the gas Signup and view all the answers

Which process would require more work when expanding a gas from $V_1$ to $V_2 = 2V_1$?

At constant pressure Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the heat exchanged by a system if it undergoes an adiabatic process?

No heat is exchanged with the surroundings. Signup and view all the answers

How does the work done during an isothermal expansion compare to that of an isothermal compression for the same change in volume?

The work done in both cases is the same. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Learning Goals of Chapter 19

Students will learn how to represent heat transfer and work done in thermodynamic processes.
Calculate the work done by a thermodynamic system as its volume changes.
Understand the concept of a path between thermodynamic states.
Apply the first law of thermodynamics to relate heat transfer, work done, and internal energy change.
Identify and understand adiabatic, isochoric, isobaric, and isothermal processes.
Understand why the internal energy of an ideal gas depends only on its temperature.
Differentiate between molar heat capacities at constant volume and constant pressure, and how to use them in calculations.
Analyze adiabatic processes in an ideal gas.
Learn how popcorn pops, which involves a rapid phase transition of water inside the kernel turning to steam, building pressure until the kernel's hard outer shell bursts, resulting in the fluffy snack.
Understand thermodynamic systems and their interactions with surroundings.

Thermodynamic Systems

A thermodynamic system is a defined collection of objects, which may include gases, liquids, or solids, that can exchange energy, typically in the form of heat or work, with its surroundings. This interaction is essential for understanding energy conservation and transformation processes.
The system can be a mechanical device, biological system or specified quantity of materials.
Analyzing a system requires defining what is inside the system and what is outside the system. For example, in the popcorn example the system is the popcorn, not the pot, lid or stove.

Signs for Heat and Work

Positive Q: Heat flows into the system
Negative Q: Heat flows out of the system
Positive W: Work done by the system on its surroundings
Negative W: Work done on the system by surrounding on the system
∆U, change in internal energy: ∆U = Q − W

Work Done During Volume Changes

The work done by a gas during a volume change can be expressed mathematically as W = ∫pdV, where p represents the pressure of the gas and dV signifies the infinitesimal change in volume. This integral accounts for variations in pressure throughout the process, thereby providing a comprehensive measure of the work performed by the gas as it expands or contracts.
The work done is equal to the area under a pV-curve between the initial and final volume.
If pressure remains constant, the work done is W = p(V₂ - V₁).
If volume remains constant, no work is done.

Internal Energy and the First Law of Thermodynamics

Internal energy (U) is the sum of the kinetic and potential energies of the molecules within a system.
The change in the internal energy (ΔU) of a system during a process is given by ΔU = Q − W (first law of thermodynamics), where Q is the heat added to the system and W is the work done by the system.
Internal energy depends only on the state of a system, not its path.

Different Thermodynamic Process Types

Adiabatic: No heat transfer (Q = 0). ∆U = -W
Isochoric (constant volume): No work done (W = 0). ∆U = Q
Isobaric (constant pressure): Work done is W = p∆V.
Isothermal: Constant temperature (∆U = 0). Q = W.

Ideal Gas and Heat Capacity

Ideal gas internal energy depends only on temperature.
Heat capacity at constant volume (Cᵥ) and at constant pressure (Cₚ): Cₚ = Cᵥ + R

Cyclic Processes and Isolated Systems

In a cyclic process, the system returns to its initial state, and the net internal energy change is zero (∆U = 0).
Q = W (or ∆U=Q-W=0)
In an isolated system, no heat is exchanged with the surroundings (Q = 0) and no work is done on or by the surroundings (W = 0). In this case, the internal energy of the system remains constant (∆U = 0).

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Test your knowledge on the principles of thermodynamics, including systems, processes, energy transfer, and internal energy. This quiz covers essential concepts and practical applications, helping you grasp the fundamentals of thermodynamic processes.