Thermodynamics Question 278
Question: The pressure-volume diagram shows six curved paths that can be followed by the gas (connected by vertical paths). Which two of them should be part of a closed cycle if the net work done by the gas is to be its maximum positive value?
Options:
A) af
B) ae
C) ac
D) ce
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
[b] Work done in expansion is positive and in compression it is negative.
