Thermodynamic Irreversible Reactions

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This discussion focuses on the distinctions between reversible and irreversible thermodynamic processes, specifically in the context of isothermal, isobaric, isochoric, and adiabatic processes. A reversible process is characterized by no change in entropy, while irreversible processes result in an increase in entropy. Isentropic processes are identified as reversible adiabatic processes. The conversation highlights the need for clarity in understanding these concepts, especially for students preparing for exams.

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  • Understanding of thermodynamic processes
  • Familiarity with the concept of entropy
  • Knowledge of isothermal, isobaric, isochoric, and adiabatic processes
  • Basic principles of thermodynamics
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  • Study the differences between reversible and irreversible processes in thermodynamics
  • Research the concept of isentropic processes and their applications
  • Explore the implications of entropy changes in various thermodynamic processes
  • Review examples of real-world irreversible processes in thermodynamics
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Hopefully somebody can help me with this. I have a final exam next week, and the textbook we use along with my professor didn't do a good job explaining what happens in irreversible reactions.

More specifically, what differences are there between reversible and irreversible processes of:
isothermal, isobaric, isochoric, adiabatic.

Any help would be appreciated.
 
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kalbuskj31 said:
More specifically, what differences are there between reversible and irreversible processes of:
isothermal, isobaric, isochoric, adiabatic.

AFAIK, all those processes can be either reversible or irreversible. A reversible process is defined to be one where the entropy does not change. Isentropic processes are reversible adiabatic processes.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reversible_process_(thermodynamics )

Are you are really asking something like "how can I tell if a particular process is reversible or not?"
 
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