Work done in a thermodynamic process

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In a thermodynamic process, the work done is maximized along the path with the largest area, identified as Path (3). The relationship dU = dQ + dW indicates that when work is minimized in Path (1), the heat transfer dQ must be maximized. The correct options for the homework question are A and C. The discussion confirms the accuracy of these answers after clarifying the question context. Overall, the analysis highlights the interplay between work, internal energy, and heat in thermodynamic processes.
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The work done is maximum in the path (3) as the area covered by this path is maximum.

Now, dU = dQ + dW, the work done is minimum in the Path (1) , so dQ should be maximum.

Hence, the correct options are A and C.

Is this correct?
 

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Pushoam said:
Hence, the correct options are A and C.
What options?
 
kuruman said:
What options?
Sorry, I uploaded the question.
 
Your answers are correct.
 
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