What Are the Thermodynamic Processes Involved in This Gas Cycle?

In summary, the conversation discusses a homework problem involving a gas undergoing a thermodynamic cycle with various processes. The question asks for the work done and heat transfer during each process, neglecting changes in kinetic and potential energy. One of the processes, 3→1, is described as an isometric process with a heat transfer of 20.5 kJ/kg. The speaker also asks for clarification on the meaning of "isometric."
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HOMEWORK PROBLEMS REQUIRE USE OF HOMEWORK TEMPLATE. THIS WAS ORIGINALLY POSTED IN WRONG FORUM.
if anyone could answer these questions it would be much appreciated

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A gas, with mass of 2.3 kg, undergoes a thermodynamic cycle which consists of the following processes,

1→2 Isobaric expansion, =2.3 bar , 1=4.1 m3 and 2=7.9 m3

2→3 Isothermal compression (=constant) where 3=2

3→1 Isometric process where 3−1=20.5 kJkg⁄

First sketch the process and then neglecting ΔK.E. and ΔP.E., determine

a) The work done when the gas undergoes the isobaric expansion, from state 1 to 2: 1→2 .

b) The work done when the gas undergoes the isothermal compression, from state 2 to 3: 2→3 .

c) The heat transfer when the gas undergoes the isobaric expansion, from state 1 to 2: 1→2 .

d) The heat transfer when the gas undergoes the isothermal compression, from state 2 to 3: 2→3.

e) The heat transfer when the gas undergoes the isometric process, from state 3 to 1: 3→1 .
 
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OK. Please articulate in words how you would begin to solve this homework problem.

Chet
 
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Jack Easton said:
3→1 Isometric process where 3−1=20.5 kJkg⁄
"Isometric"? Meaning?
 

Related to What Are the Thermodynamic Processes Involved in This Gas Cycle?

1. What is a thermodynamic process?

A thermodynamic process is a series of events that involves the transfer of heat or work between a system and its surroundings, resulting in a change in the system's internal energy and/or state.

2. What are the three main types of thermodynamic processes?

The three main types of thermodynamic processes are isothermal, adiabatic, and isobaric. An isothermal process occurs at constant temperature, an adiabatic process occurs with no heat exchange, and an isobaric process occurs at constant pressure.

3. What is the first law of thermodynamics?

The first law of thermodynamics states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transferred or converted from one form to another. This means that the total energy in a closed system remains constant.

4. What is entropy in thermodynamics?

Entropy is a measure of the disorder or randomness of a system. In thermodynamics, it is often described as the tendency of a system to move towards a state of equilibrium, where all energy is evenly distributed.

5. How do thermodynamic processes relate to everyday life?

Thermodynamic processes are constantly at work in everyday life, from the heat transfer that allows us to cook food, to the combustion processes in car engines. Understanding thermodynamics can also help us improve energy efficiency and develop sustainable technologies.

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