Q.

Which one of the following equations does not correctly represent the first law of thermodynamics for the given process

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a

Isothermal process            :         q=−w

b

Cyclic process                  :        q=−w

c

Isochoric process            :         ΔE=q

d

Adiabatic process          :           ΔE=−w

answer is D.

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In adiabatic process. 110 heat is allowed to enter or leave the system, i.e. q = 0 Substituting this value in first law of thermodynamics.ΔE=q+W we get ΔE=WIn adiabatic expansion, work is done by the system on the surroundings hence W is negative. Accordingly , ∆E is also negative. i.e. internal energy decreases. In adiabatic compression. W is positive, ∆E is also positive
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Which one of the following equations does not correctly represent the first law of thermodynamics for the given process