Flow work and the first law of thermodynamics

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The discussion centers on the justification for flow work in control volumes as it relates to the first law of thermodynamics. The equation presented illustrates the relationship between mass flow rate, specific energy, and flow work, defined as the difference in energy due to pressure and volume changes during fluid entry and exit. The necessity of including flow work in enthalpy calculations is emphasized, particularly when pressure equilibrium exists between the control volume and its surroundings. Additionally, a query regarding the relationship between heat addition and entropy changes at varying temperatures is raised.

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  • Understanding of the first law of thermodynamics
  • Familiarity with control volume analysis
  • Knowledge of specific energy and specific volume concepts
  • Basic principles of enthalpy in thermodynamics
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  • Study the derivation and application of the first law of thermodynamics in control volumes
  • Learn about the concept of flow work and its role in enthalpy calculations
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Hi

Im trying to understand the justification for flow work for a control volumen considering the 1. law of thermodynamics.

<br /> \[\begin{array}{l}<br /> \frac{d}{{dt}}(me) + \sum {{{(e\dot m)}_{out}}} - \sum {{{(e\dot m)}_{in}} = \dot Q + \dot W} + {{\dot W}_{fw}}\\<br /> {{\dot W}_{fw}} = \sum {{{(p \cdot v \cdot \dot m)}_{in}}} - \sum {{{(p \cdot v \cdot \dot m)}_{out}}} \\<br /> e = mass\,specific\,energy\\<br /> v = mass\,specific\,volumen\\<br /> {W_{fw}} = flow\,work<br /> \end{array}\]<br />

Re-arranging the equation is used to introduce enthaply. However, what i don't understand is, why do i have to include the term flowwork? Let's say that the pressure inside the CV is equal to the pressure outside, and no energy is lost due to friction, then there would be introduced no energy to the controlvolumen? No work is done on the gas entering the CV, hence no extra increase in energy?

This is essential the understanding of the definition of enthalpy, why i really need to understand it in depth.

A bonus question: Anyone that has an intuitive microscopic understanding of why adding heat at a high temperature increase the entropy less than adding it at a lower temperature?

Regards,
Rasmus
 
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A fluid stream has energy entering or leaving the CV: mass flow rate X enthalpy.
 
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sounds like you're in some type of "engineering thermo" class. I refer to those classes as "engineering turdmo" since they are a disgrace to thermodynamics. You won't learn anything; on the contrary, it'll make you confused and hate this subject. I urge you to take a Stat.Mech/Thermo class from a physics department if you want to learn anything regarding thermodynamics. Every question you may have will easily be cleared up if you learn it the right way.

If you want a good intro book look at Schroeder. You can learn on your own from that book easily.
 
GUYS I HAVE A QUES FROM AIPMT PRE...IT HAS GOT 4 OPTIONS .U HAVE TO MARK THE CORRECT ONE ...
~DURING AN ISOTHERMAL EXPANSION ,A CONFIRMED IDEAL GAS DOES (-150 j ) OF WORK AGAINST ITS SORRUNDINGS ..THIS IMPLIES THAT :
1) NO HEAT IS TRANSFERRED BEACAUSE THE PROCESS IS ISOTHERMAL.
2) 150 j OF HEAT HAS BEEN ADDED TO THE GAS .
3) 150 j OF HEAT HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM GAS
4) 300 j OF HEAT HAS BEEN ADDED TO THE GAS.
 
Can u piz answer my ques ...?
 

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