C1 - Isothermal and Adiabatic Processes Flashcards
What symbol is Internal Energy given?
U
What is U the symbol for?
Internal energy
What is the equation to calculate change in internal energy?
ΔU = Q − W
What symbol is used for the energy transferred to a system by heating?
Q
What is Q the symbol for?
Energy transferred to a system by heating
What symbol is used for work done?
W
What is W the symbol for?
Work done
What is an isothermal process?
A process that happens at constant temperature
What type of process happens at constant temperature?
Isothermal
What is true about Q and W in an isothermal process?
Q = W
In what type of process does Q = W?
Isothermal
What is ΔU equal to in an isothermal process?
ΔU = 0
In what type of process does ΔU = 0?
Isothermal
What is an adiabatic process?
A process that happens without any energy supplied to the system
What type of process happens without any energy supplied to the system?
Adiabatic