PV Graph Question: Internal Energy Not Zero?

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The discussion centers on the confusion regarding the internal energy of a gas in a PV graph, particularly in the context of a process from state a to state b. It is noted that while the gas returns to its original state, the internal energy is not necessarily zero for the specific process being analyzed. The focus is on understanding that internal energy depends on the state of the system, not just the path taken. Clarification is provided that the question pertains only to the process from a to b, which may involve changes in energy despite the gas returning to its original state. This emphasizes the importance of analyzing the specific process rather than assuming zero internal energy based solely on the initial and final states.
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Homework Statement
The idealized cycle shown is known as the Otto cycle. (Figure 1)Suppose an engine is executing this Otto cycle, using a gas (not necessarily ideal) as its working substance. From state A to state B, the gas is allowed to expand adiabatically. (An adiabatic process is one in which no heat is added to, or given off by, the working gas.) The gas is then cooled at constant volume until it reaches state C, at which point it is adiabatically compressed to state D. Finally, it is heated at constant volume until it returns to state A.
Relevant Equations
adiabactic delta u = -w

isothermal Q=W
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im so confused on why is the internal energy not zero for the 2nd picture because i thought if the gas returning to its original states so it zero

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bluesteels said:
i thought if the gas returning to its original states so it zero
The question only asks about process ##a\rightarrow b##.
 
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