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Calculate the work done when 1 mol of an ideal gas ( γ = 1.67 ) is compressed adiabatically from 20 L to 4 L at 300 K. (

For adiabatic compression, T₂ = T₁ (V₁/V₂)γ⁻¹ = 300 × (20/4)⁰.⁶⁷ ≈ 300 × 2.63 = 789.0 K . Then, Cv = R/(γ-1) = 8.314 / 0.67 ≈ 12.41 J/mol·K . Work done: w = nCvΔ T = 1 × 12.41 × (789.0 - 300) ≈ 6068.3 J .

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Chemistry > Chapter 5: Thermodynamics > Topic: First Law of Thermodynamics and Enthalpy and Internal Energy

Which process is characterized by no heat exchange?

Adiabatic correctly identifies the characteristic feature or property described in this question. In Thermodynamics, specific characteristics define and distinguish biological molecules, organisms, or processes from one another. The feature described by Adiabatic is a defining property that arises from its unique molecular structure, evolutionary history, or physiological role. The other options (Isothermal, Isobaric, and Isochoric) describe characteristics of different entities, represent incorrect properties, or apply to the subject under different conditions.

Ref: Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, Nelson & Cox, 8th Ed., Ch. 1