Question

In thermodynamics, the $P-V$ work done is given by
$w=-\int d V P_{ ext }$
For a system undergoing a particular process, the work done is,
$w=-\int d V\left(\frac{R T}{V-b}-\frac{a}{V^{2}}\right)$
This equation is applicable to a

• A. System that satisfies the van der Waals equation of state
• B. Process that is reversible and isothermal
• C. Process that is reversible and adiabatic
• D. Process that is irreversible and at constant pressure

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

System that satisfies the van der Waals equation of state

Answer 2

(A) System that satisfies the van der Waals equation of state
(B) Process that is reversible and isothermal
(C) Process that is reversible and adiabatic