Thermodynamics and Thermochemistry 1 Question 44

47. Among the following, the state function(s) is(are)

(a) internal energy

(2009)

(b) irreversible expansion work

(c) reversible expansion work

(d) molar enthalpy

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Solution:

  1. Internal energy, molar enthalpy are state function. Also, reversible expansion work is a state function because between given initial and final states, there can be only one reversible path.