Practice question
Question
A system absorbs 600 J of heat at constant volume, and its internal energy increases by 600 J. What is the work done?
Explanation
At constant volume, w = -PΔ V = 0. First Law: Δ U = q + w = 600 + 0 = 600 J, so w = 0 J.
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