Change in Temperature for Stretched Surface

In summary: Solving for ##dT## gives ##\Delta T=-\frac{a}{C_A}dA##. In summary, the surface tension of a layer of water obeying ## \sigma = a- bT##, where ##T## is the temperature, can be used to find the change in temperature, ##\Delta T##, when the area is increased isentropically. By evaluating ##dU## and rearranging the first law of thermodynamics for ##dS##, we get ##\Delta T=-\frac{a}{C_A}dA##.
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Homework Statement


The surface tension of a layer of water obeys ## \sigma = a- bT##, where ##T## is the temperature. Find the change in temperaure, ##\Delta T## when the area is increased isentropically.

Homework Equations


## dU = dQ -dW## , ##dW = \sigma dA##, ##dU = C_A dT + [\sigma -T(\frac{\partial\sigma}{\partial T})] dA##

The Attempt at a Solution


Evaluating ##dU## gives ##dU = C_A dT + [\sigma -T(-b)] dA## which means ##dU = C_A dT + adA##, so rearranging the first law of thermodynamics for ##dS## I get:
##dS = \frac{dU + \sigma dA}{T} = \frac{C_A}{T} dT + \frac{a}{T} dA + \frac{a}{T}dA - bdA##.

I know that integrating dS has to give zero but don't see how to extract ##\Delta T## from this.
 
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GL_Black_Hole said:

Homework Statement


The surface tension of a layer of water obeys ## \sigma = a- bT##, where ##T## is the temperature. Find the change in temperaure, ##\Delta T## when the area is increased isentropically.

Homework Equations


## dU = dQ -dW## , ##dW = \sigma dA##, ##dU = C_A dT + [\sigma -T(\frac{\partial\sigma}{\partial T})] dA##

The Attempt at a Solution


Evaluating ##dU## gives ##dU = C_A dT + [\sigma -T(-b)] dA## which means ##dU = C_A dT + adA##, so rearranging the first law of thermodynamics for ##dS## I get:
##dS = \frac{dU + \sigma dA}{T} = \frac{C_A}{T} dT + \frac{a}{T} dA + \frac{a}{T}dA - bdA##.

I know that integrating dS has to give zero but don't see how to extract ##\Delta T## from this.
You have ##dU=TdS+\sigma dA=(a-bT)dA=C_AdT+adA##
 

1. How does the temperature change when a surface is stretched?

When a surface is stretched, the temperature typically increases due to an increase in the surface's internal energy. This is because stretching causes the atoms and molecules in the surface to vibrate more rapidly, resulting in an increase in temperature.

2. What factors can affect the change in temperature for a stretched surface?

The change in temperature for a stretched surface can be affected by various factors such as the material of the surface, the amount of stretching force applied, and the initial temperature of the surface. Other factors that can play a role include the surrounding temperature and atmospheric pressure.

3. Is there a limit to how much a stretched surface can increase in temperature?

Yes, there is a limit to how much a stretched surface can increase in temperature. This is due to the principle of conservation of energy, which states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transferred. As the surface's internal energy increases due to stretching, it will eventually reach a point where it cannot absorb any more energy, resulting in a plateau in temperature increase.

4. Can the change in temperature for a stretched surface be reversed?

Yes, the change in temperature for a stretched surface can be reversed by releasing the stretching force and allowing the surface to return to its original state. This will cause the atoms and molecules to slow down and reduce the surface's internal energy, resulting in a decrease in temperature.

5. Are there any practical applications for studying the change in temperature for stretched surfaces?

Yes, there are several practical applications for studying the change in temperature for stretched surfaces. This phenomenon is commonly observed in materials science and engineering, and understanding it can help in the design and development of materials with specific thermal properties. Additionally, it can also be applied in various fields such as thermodynamics, materials testing, and even the design of household items such as rubber bands and springs.

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