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Can you explain the answer of this question below:

Heat product in calories by the combustion of one gram of carbon is called:

  • A:

    Heat of combustion of carbon.   

  • B:

    Heat of formation of carbon.

  • C:

    Calorific Value of carbon.          

  • D:

    Heat of product of carbon.

The answer is c.

Shivam Sharma answered
This is done by comparing the calorific values of fuels with each other. Usually, a fuel having higher calorific value is considered to be a good fuel. Hydrogen gas has the highest calorific value of 150 KJ/g among all the fuels.

The values of ΔH for the combustion of ethene and ethyne are -341.1 and -310.0 K cal respectively. Which of the following is a better fuel:
  • a)
    C2H2
  • b)
    C2H4
  • c)
    Both a and b              
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Anagha Bajaj answered
Zero Standard Molar Enthalpy of Formation at 298 K

Standard molar enthalpy of formation (∆Hf°) is the energy change that occurs when one mole of a compound is formed from its constituent elements in their standard states under standard conditions of temperature and pressure (298 K and 1 atm).

The species which has a zero standard molar enthalpy of formation means that the energy change that occurs when one mole of the compound is formed from its constituent elements is zero. This can happen only if the compound is an element itself.

Answer Explanation

Among the given options, Cl2(g) is the species which has zero standard molar enthalpy of formation at 298 K.

When one mole of Cl2(g) is formed from its constituent elements Cl(g), the energy change involved is zero at 298 K. This is because Cl2(g) is an element itself and its formation from Cl(g) requires no energy input or release.

On the other hand, Br2(g), H2O(g), and CH4(g) are compounds and their formation from their constituent elements requires energy input or release. Hence, their standard molar enthalpy of formation is not zero.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 'B' (Cl2(g)).

For the isothermal expansion of an ideal gas:
  • a)
    E and H increases.     
  • b)
    E increases but H decreases.
  • c)
    H increases and E decreases.
  • d)
    E and H are unaltered.
Correct answer is 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

- Isothermal means the temperature does not change.
- Expansion means the volume has increased.

Therefore, isothermal expansion is the increase in volume under constant-temperature conditions.
In this situation, the gas does work, so the work is negatively-signed because the gas exerts energy to increase in volume.
During isothermal conditions, the change in internal energy ΔU is 0 for only an ideal gas, so efficient work done is entirely transformed into efficient heat flow.

dU for Isothermal Process for Vander Waals Gas and Ideal Gas respectively are:
  • a)
    0 ,0
  • b)
  • c)
  • d)
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Pie Academy answered
Correct Answer :- a
Explanation : a) U = (v,T)
dU = (du/dv)T dv + (dU/dT) dT
here, (dU/dT)v = nCv    and    (dU/dV)T = an2/v2
for isothermal process dT = 0
dU = an2/v2 dv 
Integrating it,
∫(U2 to U1)dU = ∫(V2 to V1)an2/v2 dv 
(U2 - U1) = an2[-1/v](V2 to V1)
ΔU = -an2[1/v2 - 1/v1]
b)we can express the relationship between internal energy and temperature as:
ΔU = CvdT
internal energy is a function of temperature because internal energy of ideal gas comprises of molecular kinetic energy which further depends on the temperature and hence,
For isothermal process, dT = 0, then ΔU = 0

 A piston-cylinder contains 0.5 kg of air at 500 kPa and 500 K. The air expands in a process so the pressure is linearly decreasing with volume to a final state of 100 kPa and 300 K. Find the work in the process.
  • a)
    56.1 kJ
  • b)
    66.1 kJ
  • c)
    76.1 kJ
  • d)
    86.1 kJ
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Edurev.iitjam answered
Ans: d
Explanation: Work = ⌠ PdV = (1 / 2)(P1 + P2)(V2 – V1) 
V1 = mR, T1 / P1 = 0.5 × 0.287 × (500 / 500) = 0.1435 m3 
V2 = mR, T2 / P2 = 0.5 × 0.287 × (300 / 100) = 0.4305 m3 
W = (1 / 2)(500 + 100)(0.4305 – 0.1435) = 86.1 kJ.

The temperature of the system decreases in an:
  • a)
    Adiabatic Compression.                  
  • b)
    Isothermal Compression.
  • c)
    Isothermal Expansion.                                    
  • d)
    Adiabatic Expansion.
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Adiabatic process is the process in which change in pressure and volume and temperature takes place without any heat entering or leaving the system is called adiabatic change. So the total heat of the system, undergoing an adiabatic change always remains constant. In an adiabatic expansion since no heat is supplied from outside, therefore the energy required for the expansion of the gas is taken from the gas itself. This signifies that, the internal energy of an ideal gas undergoing in an adiabatic expansion decreases, and because the internal energy of an ideal gas depends only on the temperature, therefore its temperature must decreases. That is why the temperature of a gas drops in an adiabatic expansion.

Among the following, the system require higher amount of thermal energy to giving the temperature 800C:
  • a)
    200 gm at 400C
  • b)
    100 gm at 200C
  • c)
    150 gm at 500C
  • d)
    300 gm at 300C
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

The amount of thermal energy required to raise the temperature of a substance depends on its mass and the temperature difference between its initial and final states. The formula for calculating the amount of thermal energy required is:

Q = m × c × ΔT

where Q is the amount of thermal energy in joules, m is the mass of the substance in grams, c is the specific heat capacity of the substance in joules per gram per degree Celsius, and ΔT is the temperature difference in degrees Celsius.

To determine which system requires the highest amount of thermal energy to reach 800C, we need to calculate the amount of thermal energy required for each option and compare them.

Calculations:

a) 200 gm at 400C
Q = 200 × 0.5 × (800 - 400) = 40,000 J

b) 100 gm at 200C
Q = 100 × 0.5 × (800 - 200) = 30,000 J

c) 150 gm at 500C
Q = 150 × 0.5 × (800 - 500) = 22,500 J

d) 300 gm at 300C
Q = 300 × 0.5 × (800 - 300) = 90,000 J

Comparing the results, we can see that option D requires the highest amount of thermal energy to reach 800C.

Conclusion:
Therefore, the correct answer is option D, 300 gm at 300C, requires the highest amount of thermal energy to reach 800C because it has the highest mass and the greatest temperature difference.

ΔU is zero in
  • a)
    Isothermal process
  • b)
    Isochoric process
  • c)
    Cyclic process
  • d)
    All of these
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Aditi Basak answered
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Choose the correct criterion of spontaneity in terms of the properties of the system alone:
  • a)
    (dS)U, V > 0
  • b)
    (dS)T. P > 0
  • c)
    (dS)H, P < 0
  • d)
    (dG)T, V = 0
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Aditi Basak answered
Criterion of Spontaneity in Terms of System Properties

The spontaneity of a process is determined by the properties of the system. The correct criterion of spontaneity in terms of the properties of the system alone is given by:

(dS)U, V 0

Explanation:

Entropy (S) is a measure of the disorder or randomness of a system. The change in entropy (dS) is related to the heat (q) that flows into or out of the system during a process, as well as the temperature (T) of the system. The criterion of spontaneity can be expressed in terms of the change in entropy:

(dS) q/T

For a process to be spontaneous, the change in entropy (dS) must be positive. However, the sign of q depends on the conditions of the process, such as the temperature and pressure. Therefore, the criterion of spontaneity must be expressed in terms of system properties that do not depend on the conditions of the process.

One such property is the internal energy (U) of the system, which is the sum of the kinetic and potential energies of the particles in the system. The change in internal energy (dU) is related to the heat (q) that flows into or out of the system, as well as the work (w) done on or by the system:

dU q + w

For a closed system (i.e., one that does not exchange matter with its surroundings), the work done on or by the system can be expressed in terms of the volume (V) of the system:

w -PdV

where P is the pressure.

Using these equations, the change in entropy can be expressed in terms of the internal energy and volume of the system:

(dS)U, V (dU/T) (P/T)(dV/T) 0

This criterion of spontaneity states that a process is spontaneous if the change in entropy is positive for a given internal energy and volume of the system. It does not depend on the conditions of the process, such as the temperature and pressure.

Conclusion:

The correct criterion of spontaneity in terms of the properties of the system alone is option 'A': (dS)U, V 0. This criterion states that a process is spontaneous if the change in entropy is positive for a given internal energy and volume of the system. It does not depend on the temperature and pressure of the system.

Among the following, intensive property is:
  • a)
    Mass                          
  • b)
    Volume                    
  • c)
    Surface Tension          
  • d)
    Enthalpy
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Yashvi Roy answered
An intensive property is a property of matter that does not change as the amount of matter changes. It is a bulk property, which means it is a physical property that is not dependent on the size or mass of a sample. In contrast, an extensive property is one that does depend on sample size.

Which of the following expressions represent the first law of thermodynamics:
a. ΔU = -Q + W
b. ΔU = Q + W        
c. ΔU = Q - W              
d. ΔU = -Q - W
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Shivam Sharma answered
The first law of thermodynamics is the application of the conservation of energy principle to heat and thermodynamic processes:



The first law makes use of the key concepts of internal energy, heat, and system work. It is used extensively in the discussion of heat engines. The standard unit for all these quantities would be the joule, although they are sometimes expressed in calories or BTUs.

It is typical for chemistry texts to write the first law as ΔU=Q+W. It is the same law, of course - the thermodynamic expression of the conservation of energy principle. It is just that W is defined as the work done on the system instead of work done by the system. In the context of physics, the common scenario is one of adding heat to a volume of gas and using the expansion of that gas to do work, as in the pushing down of a piston in an internal combustion engine. In the context of chemical reactions and process, it may be more common to deal with situations where work is done on the system rather than by it.

Which of the following is true for an adiabatic process:
  • a)
    ΔH = 0                      
  • b)
    ΔW = 0                      
  • c)
    ΔQ = 0                        
  • d)
    ΔV = 0
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Pranavi Mishra answered
A process that does not involve the transfer of heat or matter into or out of a system, so that Q = 0, is called an adiabatic process, and such a system is said to be adiabatically isolated.

For which of the following reactions ΔH = ΔU?
  • a)
    N2(g) + 3H2(g) → 2NH3(g)
  • b)
    PCl3(g) + Cl2(g) → PCl5(g)
  • c)
    H2(g) + I2(g) → 2HI(g)
  • d)
    2KClO3(s) → 2KCl(s) + 3O2(g)
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Lavanya Menon answered
As we know that, ΔH = ΔU + ΔngRT
Where Δng denotes the stoichiometric difference between the gaseous products and the gaseous reactants.

Hence for reaction c) ΔH = ΔU as Δng = 0.

The change in entropy when three moles of argon gas are heated at constant volume from 200 K to 300 K is:
  • a)
    15.16 JK–1mol–1
  • b)
    – 15.16 JK–1mol–1
  • c)
    – 5.05 JK–1mol–1
  • d)
    5.05 JK–1mol–1
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Calculation of Change in Entropy
To calculate the change in entropy, we can use the formula:

ΔS = nCv ln(T2/T1)

where ΔS is the change in entropy, n is the number of moles, Cv is the molar heat capacity at constant volume, T1 is the initial temperature, and T2 is the final temperature.

Given, n = 3 moles, Cv = 12.5 J K-1 mol-1 for monoatomic gases, T1 = 200 K, and T2 = 300 K.

ΔS = 3 × 12.5 J K-1 mol-1 × ln(300 K/200 K)
ΔS = 5.05 J K-1 mol-1

Therefore, the correct answer is option 'D' (5.05 JK-1mol-1).

The heat required to raise the temperature of a body by 1K is called:
  • a)
    Specific Heat            
  • b)
    Thermal Capacity        
  • c)
    Water Equivalent      
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Baishali Bajaj answered
thermal capacity - energy required to raise the temperature of an object by 1Kelvin.
specific heat capacity - energy required to raise the temperature OF 1 KG OF A SUBSTANCE by 1 degree celsius. 

Which of the following statement is correct:



  • a)
    I, II, & IV
  • b)
    I, II, III, & IV
  • c)
    II, & III
  • d)
    I, III, & IV
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Chirag Verma answered
Correct Answer :- a
Explanation : The magnitude of the work for the isothermal process for both expansion and compression is greater than the magnitude of the work for the adiabatic process.
As we know that PV = constant
The work done by the gas is equal to the area under the relevant pressure -volume isotherm.
Piso > Padia
Viso> Vadia
Wiso > Wadia

All the enthalpies of fusion are positive.
  • a)
    true
  • b)
    false
  • c)
    can not be determined
  • d)
    none of the above
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Athul Menon answered
Enthalpy of Fusion
The enthalpy of fusion is a thermodynamic property that represents the amount of energy required to change a substance from a solid to a liquid phase at a constant temperature and pressure. It is also known as the heat of fusion.

Significance of Enthalpy of Fusion
The enthalpy of fusion is an important property as it quantifies the energy required to overcome the intermolecular forces holding the solid together and convert it into a liquid. This energy is used to break the attractive forces between the molecules in the solid and allow them to move more freely in the liquid phase.

Positive Enthalpies of Fusion
The enthalpies of fusion are always positive. This means that energy is required to break the intermolecular forces and convert the solid into a liquid. The positive sign indicates that the process is endothermic, meaning it absorbs heat from the surroundings.

Explanation
The positive sign of the enthalpy of fusion can be understood by considering the nature of the intermolecular forces in the solid state. In a solid, the molecules are closely packed and held together by strong intermolecular forces such as hydrogen bonding, dipole-dipole interactions, or London dispersion forces.

To convert the solid into a liquid, these intermolecular forces must be overcome. This requires the input of energy, which is reflected in the positive value of the enthalpy of fusion. The energy is used to break the attractive forces and allow the molecules to move more freely in the liquid phase.

Additionally, the positive sign of the enthalpy of fusion is consistent with the general trend of enthalpy changes. In most processes, including phase changes, energy is required to break existing bonds or forces and form new ones. This energy input is reflected in the positive sign of the enthalpy change.

Therefore, it can be concluded that all enthalpies of fusion are positive, indicating that energy is required for the solid to liquid phase transition. The correct answer is option 'A' - true.

Standard entropy of crystalline carbon monoxide (in KJ/mol) at 00K is around:
  • a)
    0.03
  • b)
    2.50
  • c)
    Zero
  • d)
    5.76
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Vandana Gupta answered
Standard entropy of crystalline carbon monoxide (CO) at 0K is around 5.76 KJ/mol.

Explanation:

- Entropy is a measure of randomness or disorder of a system. It is denoted by the letter "S" and has units of J/K or KJ/mol.
- Standard entropy (S°) is the entropy of a substance under standard conditions of temperature (298 K) and pressure (1 atm).
- Crystalline carbon monoxide is a solid form of CO where the molecules are arranged in a regular pattern or crystal lattice.
- The standard entropy of crystalline CO at 0K is 5.76 KJ/mol, which means that at absolute zero temperature, the disorder or randomness of the CO molecules in the crystal lattice is 5.76 KJ/mol.
- This value is determined experimentally and is based on the heat capacity and vibrational frequencies of the CO molecules in the crystal lattice.
- It is important to note that entropy increases with temperature, so the entropy of CO at higher temperatures would be greater than 5.76 KJ/mol.

In summary, the standard entropy of crystalline carbon monoxide at 0K is 5.76 KJ/mol, which represents the disorder or randomness of the CO molecules in the crystal lattice at absolute zero temperature.

What is the internal pressure for 4 mole of Vander Waals gas:
  • a)
    Zero
  • b)
    a/V2
  • c)
    4a/V2
  • d)
    16a/V2
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Preethi Joshi answered
Solution:

Internal pressure of Vander Waals gas can be given by the following formula:

Pint = (nRT)/(V-nb) - a(n/V)^2

where,
Pint = Internal pressure
n = number of moles
R = Gas constant
T = Temperature
V = Volume
a = Vander Waals constant
b = Volume correction constant

Given,
n = 4 moles

We need to find the value of Pint.

To find the value of Pint, we need to know the values of Vander Waals constants 'a' and 'b'.

Vander Waals constant 'a' is a measure of the attractive forces between the gas molecules.
Vander Waals constant 'b' is a measure of the volume occupied by the gas molecules.

For a Vander Waals gas, the values of 'a' and 'b' can be calculated using the following equations:

a = (27/64) (R^2) (Tc^2) / Pc
b = (1/8) (RTc) / Pc

where,
Tc = Critical temperature
Pc = Critical pressure

The values of Tc and Pc for a gas can be found in tables or given in the problem.

Let's assume that the values of Tc and Pc are known and we have calculated the values of 'a' and 'b' for the gas.

Now, we can substitute the values of n, R, T, V, 'a', and 'b' in the formula for Pint and simplify to get the final answer.

Substituting the values, we get:

Pint = (4RT)/(V-4b) - 16a/V^2

We can see that the second term in the equation is proportional to 'a/V^2'. Therefore, the internal pressure of the Vander Waals gas is directly proportional to 'a/V^2'.

As the value of 'a' is a measure of the attractive forces between the gas molecules and 'V' is the volume occupied by the gas molecules, a larger value of 'a/V^2' indicates stronger attractive forces and hence a higher internal pressure.

Therefore, the correct option is D) 16a/V^2.

The process in which no heat enters or leaves the system is termed as:
  • a)
    Isochoric                    
  • b)
    Isobaric                      
  • c)
    Isothermal            
  • d)
    Adiabatic
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Isothermal process:
A process said to be isothermal if the temperature of the system remains constant during each stage of the process.

Adiabatic process:
A process is said to be adiabatic if no heat enters or leaves the system during any step of the process.

Isobaric process:
A process is said to be isobaric if the pressure of the system remains constant during each step of the process.

Isochoric process:
An isochoric process is a thermodynamic process in which the volume remains constant. Since the volume is constant, the system does no work and W = 0.

Two moles of a monoatomic perfect gas initially 4.0 bars and 470C undergoes reversible expansion in an insulated container. The temperature at which the pressure reduces to 3.0 bar is:
  • a)
    200 K
  • b)
    285 K
  • c)
    310 K
  • d)
    320 K
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Bijoy Patel answered
Given:
- Two moles of a monoatomic perfect gas
- Initial pressure (P1) = 4.0 bar
- Initial temperature (T1) = 470C
- Final pressure (P2) = 3.0 bar
- Process is reversible and adiabatic (insulated container)

To find: Final temperature (T2)

Formula used:
- For reversible adiabatic process, PV^γ = constant, where γ = Cp/Cv for a monoatomic gas is 5/3
- Also, PV = nRT (Ideal gas equation)

Solution:
1. Using the ideal gas equation, we can find the initial volume (V1) of the gas:
PV = nRT
V1 = nRT1/P1 = 2 x 8.314 x (470+273)/4.0 = 0.078 m3

2. Using the initial pressure and volume, we can find the initial value of PV^γ:
PV^γ = (4.0 bar x 0.078 m3)^5/3 = 1.10 x 10^6 bar3/K5/3

3. Since the process is reversible adiabatic, PV^γ remains constant:
P1V1^γ = P2V2^γ

4. Using the final pressure (P2) and the constant value of PV^γ, we can find the final volume (V2):
V2 = (P1V1^γ/P2)^(1/γ) = (1.10 x 10^6 bar3/K5/3 / 3.0 bar)^(1/5/3) = 0.105 m3

5. Using the final volume and the ideal gas equation, we can find the final temperature (T2):
PV = nRT
T2 = P2V2/nR = 3.0 bar x 0.105 m3 / 2 x 8.314 = 285 K

Therefore, the final temperature at which the pressure reduces to 3.0 bar is 285 K, which is option B.

For a spontaneous process, the correct statement is:
  • a)
    Entropy of the system always increases.          
  • b)
    Free energy of the system always increases.
  • c)
    Total entropy change is always negative.            
  • d)
    Total entropy change is always positive.
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Shivani Mehta answered
Explanation:

Spontaneous processes are those processes which occur without any external intervention. These processes occur naturally and are irreversible.

The correct statement for a spontaneous process is:

Total entropy change is always positive.

Entropy:

Entropy is a measure of the degree of randomness or disorder in a system. It is denoted by the symbol "S".

The second law of thermodynamics states that the entropy of an isolated system always increases over time. This means that the degree of disorder of the system always increases with time.

Free energy:

Free energy is the energy available to do work in a system. It is denoted by the symbol "G".

For a spontaneous process, the free energy of the system always decreases. This means that the energy available to do work in the system decreases during a spontaneous process.

Total entropy change:

The total entropy change is the sum of the entropy changes of the system and its surroundings.

For a spontaneous process, the total entropy change is always positive. This means that the degree of disorder of the system and its surroundings always increases during a spontaneous process.

Conclusion:

The correct statement for a spontaneous process is that the total entropy change is always positive. This means that the degree of disorder of the system and its surroundings always increases during a spontaneous process.

Heat product in calories by the combustion of one gram of carbon is called:

  • a)
    Heat of combustion of carbon.   
  • b)
    Heat of formation of carbon.
  • c)
    Calorific Value of carbon.          
  • d)
    Heat of product of carbon.
Correct answer is 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

The quantity of heat produced by the complete combustion of a given mass of a fuel, usually expressed in joules per kilogram is called calorific value.
1 gram of carbon burning to carbon dioxide evolves 8,080 gram-calories of heat, and 1 gram of hydrogen burning to liquid water evolves 34,462 gram-calories (Favre and Silbermann). The calorific value of carbon is therefore said to be 8,080, and of hydrogen 34,462. The gram-calorie is defined as the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by one degree Centigrade.

Heat of formation of H2O is –286 KJ per mole and H2O2 is –188 KJ mol–1. The enthalpy change for the reaction
  • a)
    - 196 KJ                      
  • b)
    196 KJ                    
  • c)
    984 KJ              
  • d)
    –984 KJ
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Edurev.iitjam answered
ΔHreaction​=(∑Hproducts​)−(∑Hreactants​)
Δ Hreaction=[(ΔHO2​​)+(ΔHH2​O​)]−[ΔHH2​O2​​]
ΔHO2​​=0,ΔHH2​O​=−286KJ per mole, ΔHH2​O2​​=−188KJ per mole
put the values ,
ΔH{reaction}=-196 KJ per mole 

The heat capacity of 10 mol of an ideal gas at a certain temperature is 300 JK–1 at constant pressure. The heat capacity of the same gas at the same temperature and at constant volume would be:
  • a)
    383 JK–1
  • b)
    217 JK–1
  • c)
    134 JK–1
  • d)
    466 JK–1
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Asf Institute answered
 For an ideal gas, the relationship between heat capacities at constant pressure (Cp) and constant volume (Cv) is given by Cp = Cv + nR, where n is the number of moles and R is the universal gas constant (approximately 8.314 J/mol K). Given that Cp = 300 JK–1 for 10 moles, we can calculate Cv as follows: Cv = Cp - nR = 300 - (10 × 8.314) = 216.86 JK–1, which rounds to 217 JK–1. Thus, option 2 is correct.

The relationship between volume change in an isothermal process (Δ Vi) and an adiabatic process (Δ Va) for a pressure change from P1 to P2 is:
  • a)
    Δ Vi > Δ Va
  • b)
    Δ Vi < Δ Va
  • c)
    Δ Vi = Δ Va
  • d)
    Δ Vi = Δ Va = 0
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Relationship Between Volume Change in Isothermal and Adiabatic Processes

Isothermal Process (Vi)

- Isothermal process is a thermodynamic process that occurs at a constant temperature.
- In an isothermal process, the volume change is directly proportional to the pressure change.
- This relationship is described by the following equation: Vi = nRT/Pi, where n is the number of moles of gas, R is the gas constant, T is the temperature, and Pi is the initial pressure.

Adiabatic Process (Va)

- Adiabatic process is a thermodynamic process that occurs without any heat exchange with the surroundings.
- In an adiabatic process, the volume change is related to the pressure change by the following equation: Va = Vi(Pi/Pf)^(1/γ), where Pf is the final pressure, and γ is the ratio of specific heats.

Relationship Between Vi and Va for Pressure Change from P1 to P2

- When there is a pressure change from P1 to P2 in both isothermal and adiabatic processes, the initial volume Vi in the isothermal process is equal to the volume Va in the adiabatic process.
- This is because the pressure change is the same in both processes, and the initial temperature is also the same.
- Therefore, the relationship between volume change in an isothermal process (Vi) and an adiabatic process (Va) for a pressure change from P1 to P2 is Vi = Va.

Internal energy(ΔE) is equal to the heat supplied(q) in
  • a)
    Adiabatic change
  • b)
    Isochoric change
  • c)
    Isothermal reversible change
  • d)
    Isothermal irreversible change
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Saikat Ghoshal answered

Internal Energy and Heat in Different Processes:

Internal energy (ΔE) is a property of a system that represents the sum of all microscopic forms of energy in the system. Heat supplied (q) is the transfer of thermal energy between systems at different temperatures. The relationship between internal energy and heat supplied varies depending on the process.

Internal energy (ΔE) is equal to the heat supplied (q) in an isochoric change:
- In an isochoric change, the volume of the system remains constant.
- Since there is no change in volume, no work is done by the system.
- Therefore, any heat supplied to the system is used to increase the internal energy of the system.
- The change in internal energy (ΔE) is directly proportional to the heat supplied (q) in an isochoric process.

In other processes:
- Adiabatic change: In an adiabatic change, no heat is exchanged between the system and its surroundings. Therefore, the change in internal energy is solely due to work done on or by the system.
- Isothermal reversible change: In an isothermal reversible change, the temperature of the system remains constant. Any heat supplied is used to do work rather than increase internal energy.
- Isothermal irreversible change: In an isothermal irreversible change, there is energy dissipation due to irreversibilities, so the heat supplied does not solely increase the internal energy of the system.

Therefore, in an isochoric change, where the volume remains constant, internal energy is equal to the heat supplied.

In an isochoric process, the increased internal energy is:
  • a)
    Equal to the heat absorbed.    
  • b)
    Equal to heat evolved.
  • c)
    Equal to the work done.                                  
  • d)
    Equal to sum of heat absorbed and work done.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Isha Bose answered
Explanation:
An isochoric process, also known as a constant volume process, is a thermodynamic process where the volume of the system remains constant. This means that no work is done by or on the system. Therefore, the internal energy change in an isochoric process is solely due to the heat absorbed or released by the system.

Option A: Equal to the heat absorbed.
This option is correct because in an isochoric process, the internal energy change is solely due to the heat absorbed by the system. Therefore, the increase in internal energy is equal to the heat absorbed.

Option B: Equal to heat evolved.
This option is incorrect because in an isochoric process, no heat is evolved. The internal energy change is solely due to the heat absorbed by the system.

Option C: Equal to the work done.
This option is incorrect because in an isochoric process, no work is done. The volume of the system remains constant, so no work is done by or on the system.

Option D: Equal to sum of heat absorbed and work done.
This option is incorrect because in an isochoric process, no work is done. Therefore, the internal energy change is solely due to the heat absorbed by the system.

Which energy is not the part of the internal energy?
  • a)
    Nuclear Energy
  • b)
    Chemical bond energy
  • c)
    Gravitational Energy
  • d)
    Potential Energy
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Sparsh Menon answered
Gravitational Energy is not a part of the internal energy.

Internal energy refers to the total energy possessed by the particles within a system. It includes various forms of energy, such as kinetic energy, potential energy, and chemical bond energy. However, gravitational energy is not considered a part of the internal energy.

Explanation:

Internal Energy:
Internal energy is the sum of all the energies associated with the motion and position of the particles within a system. It includes both kinetic energy, which is the energy associated with the motion of the particles, and potential energy, which is the energy associated with the position of the particles.

Gravitational Energy:
Gravitational energy, on the other hand, is the energy associated with the position of an object in a gravitational field. It is the potential energy stored in an object due to its height relative to a reference point. Gravitational energy depends on the mass of the object, the acceleration due to gravity, and the height of the object.

Difference between Internal Energy and Gravitational Energy:
The key difference between internal energy and gravitational energy is the source of energy. Internal energy primarily arises from the motion and interactions of particles within a system. It is related to the microscopic properties of the system. On the other hand, gravitational energy arises from the position of an object in a gravitational field. It is related to the macroscopic properties of the system.

Conclusion:
In summary, gravitational energy is not considered a part of the internal energy. Internal energy primarily arises from the motion and interactions of particles within a system, while gravitational energy is associated with the position of an object in a gravitational field.

The enthalpy of dilution of a solution is __________ on the original concentration of the solution and the amount of solvent added.
  • a)
    dependent
  • b)
    independent
  • c)
    may be dependent
  • d)
    may be independent
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Vivek Khatri answered
Enthalpy of dilution is the enthalpy change when 1 mole of a substance is diluted from one concentration to another. So it is dependent on your original concentration of the solution and the amount of solvent added.

Hess’s Law deals with:
  • a)
    A change in heat of reaction                              
  • b)
    Rate of reaction
  • c)
    Equilibrium constant                                          
  • d)
    Influence of pressure on volume of gas
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Sinjini Singh answered
Hess's Law deals with a change in heat of reaction.

Explanation:
Hess's Law is a fundamental concept in chemistry that relates to the enthalpy change of a chemical reaction. It states that the enthalpy change of a reaction is independent of the pathway taken between the reactants and products. In other words, the change in heat of a chemical reaction depends only on the initial and final states of the system, and not on the intermediate steps involved in the reaction.

Hess's Law is based on the principle of energy conservation, which states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transferred or transformed from one form to another. The enthalpy change of a reaction is a measure of the energy released or absorbed during the reaction, and is related to the difference in energy between the reactants and products.

Hess's Law is used in a variety of applications, including:

- Calculating the enthalpy change of a chemical reaction from the enthalpy changes of other reactions. This is done by using Hess's Law to add up the enthalpy changes of a series of reactions to obtain the overall enthalpy change of the desired reaction.
- Estimating the enthalpy change of a reaction that cannot be directly measured. This can be done by using Hess's Law to relate the enthalpy change of the desired reaction to the enthalpy changes of other reactions that can be measured experimentally.
- Predicting the feasibility of a chemical reaction based on the enthalpy change. If the enthalpy change of a reaction is negative (exothermic), it means that the reaction releases energy and is likely to occur spontaneously. If the enthalpy change is positive (endothermic), it means that the reaction requires energy input and may not occur spontaneously.

In summary, Hess's Law is a powerful tool for understanding and predicting the thermodynamics of chemical reactions, and is based on the principle of energy conservation. It is primarily concerned with the change in heat of a reaction, and is widely used in many areas of chemistry.

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