Which Variables Are Intensive and Which Are Extensive?

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Temperature (T) and pressure (P) are classified as intensive properties, while volume (V), heat (q), work (w), internal energy (U), and enthalpy (H) are considered extensive properties. The distinction is based on how these variables change with the size of the system. Intensive properties remain constant regardless of the amount of substance, while extensive properties vary with the quantity of material present. The consensus in the discussion confirms this classification. Understanding these properties is crucial for thermodynamics and physical chemistry.
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Homework Statement


classify the following variables and functions as intensive or extensive.

T,P, V, q (heat), w (work), U (internal energy), and H (enthalpy)


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I wanted to check up on my answers for this but I believe on T and P are intensive properties. And the rest are extensive: V, q, w, U, and H
 
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kiwikahuna said:
I believe on T and P are intensive properties.
Sounds good to me.
 

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