PV Graph Rev vs Irrev: Adiabatic Differences

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In a PV graph, a reversible process follows a smooth, continuous curve, while an irreversible process is represented by two distinct paths. The irreversible process typically shows a vertical drop followed by a horizontal movement to the final state. This difference highlights the efficiency and characteristics of each process in thermodynamics. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for analyzing energy transformations. The discussion emphasizes the importance of accurately representing these processes in PV diagrams.
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What's the difference in the PV graph for a reversible process vs. an irreversible process?

I know for adiabtic you would get a smooth (log like) downwards cruve if it's reversible but what about ireeversible?

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I'm pretty sure a reversible process travels along the same curve while the irreversible process will have 2 separate paths.

check out wikipediea http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reversible_process_(thermodynamics ) it could be useful.
 
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Which p do you want to use in your pV diagram in case of an irreversible process?
 
thanks I think I got it. Its just I straight vertical line down then across to where the final pt is suppose to be

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