Iso-this, Iso-that - how the PV diagram should look

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Understanding the PV diagram for thermodynamic processes such as isothermal, isobaric, isochoric, and adiabatic can be challenging due to the interplay of temperature and pressure changes. Each process has distinct characteristics that affect heat (Q) and work (W) calculations, which can be derived from first principles for clarity. Visualizing these processes through graphs can aid in comprehension, and resources like HyperPhysics provide helpful diagrams and explanations. Searching online for additional materials can also enhance understanding of these concepts. Mastery of these topics requires practice and a solid grasp of the underlying principles.
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Hello,


I am having difficulties in my study of thermodynamics to keep all of these Iso's in order. What I mean is, how the PV diagram should look for isothermal, isobaric, isochoric, and adiabatic processes, as well as expressions for Q and W for all of these processes, and in general the conceptual effects of changing T and P for all of these processes.

It's a bit overwhelming right now to think of how all these things interact when something is held constant in a box full of ideal gas and one other factor is changed, to determine other changes.

Any tips for those who have the material mastered?

Thank you
 
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So I know that electrons are fundamental, there's no 'material' that makes them up, it's like talking about a colour itself rather than a car or a flower. Now protons and neutrons and quarks and whatever other stuff is there fundamentally, I want someone to kind of teach me these, I have a lot of questions that books might not give the answer in the way I understand. Thanks
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