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How do you find internal energy of U=Q+W?
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The internal energy (U) of a system can be determined using the equation U = Q + W, where W represents work done on or by the system. In this discussion, specific work values are provided: Wac = 21000 J, Wbc = 0, and Wab = 91000 J. For thermally isolated systems or rapid processes, heat (Q) is considered zero, simplifying the calculation of internal energy. Conversely, for slow processes at a known temperature, internal energy can be calculated based on temperature and the type of gas involved.
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