Homework Help Overview
The discussion revolves around calculating the change in entropy in a thermodynamic context, specifically related to a cyclic process represented in the PV plane. The original poster is uncertain about the appropriate temperature units to use in the entropy equation.
Discussion Character
- Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking
Approaches and Questions Raised
- The original poster questions whether to convert temperature from Celsius to Kelvin when applying the entropy equation. Some participants affirm the necessity of this conversion, while others clarify that Celsius can be used for calculating temperature differences.
Discussion Status
The discussion is active, with participants providing guidance on the use of temperature units in the context of entropy calculations. There is a mix of interpretations regarding the use of Celsius and Kelvin, but no explicit consensus has been reached.
Contextual Notes
The original poster's data is provided in Celsius, which raises questions about unit conversion in the context of the homework assignment. There may be specific homework rules regarding the use of temperature units that are not fully detailed in the discussion.
