Solving for Total Work: A Monatomic Gas at 27degrees C

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The discussion focuses on calculating the total work done by a monatomic gas during two processes: a constant volume process from A to B and a constant pressure process from B to C. Participants note that the work done is represented by the area under the curve on a pressure-volume graph. It is clarified that no work is done during the constant volume process (A to B), while the work for the constant pressure process (B to C) can be calculated as the area of a rectangle. The conversation emphasizes the need to relate pressure in atmospheres to volume to accurately determine the work done. Understanding these principles is crucial for solving the problem effectively.
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Homework Statement


A monatomic gas at 27degrees C undergoes a constant volume process from A to B and a constant pressure process from B to C, as shown in the figure below:

Find the total work done during these two processes.

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The Attempt at a Solution


I know I have to find the area under the curve, but I'm not sure how I have to relate the ATM's (pressure) to volume.
 
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ManuelGR said:

The Attempt at a Solution


I know I have to find the area under the curve, but I'm not sure how I have to relate the ATM's (pressure) to volume.

Yes, the work done is the area under the curve. For process AB, is any work done? For process BC, the area formed is a rectangle.
 

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