Thermodynamics problem, help calculate the energy transfer

So you have to take care about the signs.In summary, the problem involves a mass of 5 kg of steam undergoing an expansion from an initial specific energy of 3000 kJ/kg to a final specific energy of 2500 kJ/kg. During this process, there is a heat transfer of 80 kJ and a work transfer of 10 kJ from a paddle wheel to the steam. The task is to calculate the amount of energy transfer by work from the steam on the piston during the process. The correct solution would involve multiplying the steam mass by the difference between the initial and final specific energies, resulting in a value of -2500 kJ, indicating the work done by the steam on the piston. It is
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Homework Statement



A mass of 5 kg of steam is contained within a piston cylinder assembly. The steam undergoes an expansion from its initial state with e1 = 3000 kJ/kg to its final state with e2 = 2500 kJ/kg. During the process there is a heat transfer of 80 kJ to the steam. Also, a paddle wheel transfers 10 kJ of work to the steam. Calculate the amount of energy transfer by work from the steam on the piston during the process.

Homework Equations



dE = del Q - del W

The Attempt at a Solution



Would this be correct?
W = del Q - dE
= (80kJ + 10kJ) - (2500 kJ/kg - 3000 kJ/kg)
W = 590 kJ

I don't believe this is correct but it's all I have been able to come up with so far. Any guidance is appreciated
 
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e1 and e2 are specific energies. Multiply them by the steam mass.

You can not sum [kJ] and [kJ/kg].

Watching the dimensions in formulas is a great way to verify your solution.
 
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sorry for my half asleep attempt...

Maxim Zh said:
e1 and e2 are specific energies. Multiply them by the steam mass.

You can not sum [kJ] and [kJ/kg].

Watching the dimensions in formulas is a great way to verify your solution.

so after multiplying the steam mass buy each of the energies would I just take the difference?

such that:

m*e2 - m*e1

(5kg)(2500 kJ/kg) - (5kg)(3000kJ/kg) = -2500 kJ
 
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Yes, you would.

[tex]
\Delta E = m(e_2 - e_1).
[/tex]

By the way, the solution in the first post (after the correction) will give you the work done by the piston on the steam. But if I see it right the question is about the opposite value.
 

1. What is thermodynamics and why is it important?

Thermodynamics is the branch of science that deals with the study of energy and its transformations. It is important because it helps us understand how energy is transferred and used in various physical and chemical processes, and how these processes can be optimized for maximum efficiency.

2. What is the first law of thermodynamics?

The first law of thermodynamics, also known as the law of conservation of energy, states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, but can only be converted from one form to another.

3. What is the difference between heat and temperature?

Heat is the transfer of thermal energy between two objects, while temperature is a measure of the average kinetic energy of the particles in an object. In other words, heat is a form of energy, while temperature is a measure of how hot or cold an object is.

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To calculate energy transfer, you need to know the initial and final temperatures of the objects involved, the amount of substance, and the specific heat capacity of the substance. You can then use the formula Q = mcΔT, where Q is the energy transferred, m is the mass of the substance, c is the specific heat capacity, and ΔT is the change in temperature.

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