First Law & Thermodynamic Processes Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition of property?
A
An observable characteristic of the system
Something that describes / identifies something about the system e.g pressure, temp, volume & internal energy.
2
Q
What is the definition of the state?
A
Complete specification of the condition of the system.
Set of properties that fully define the system
3
Q
What is the definition of process?
A
Any chance that happens to a system, such that a new state is reached.
May involve some energy transfer (heat, work) that changes the system’s properties.
4
Q
What are not properties?
A
Heat and Work
5
Q
What equals 0 in an adiabatic process?
A
Q (Heat change)
