Which one of the following has a positive value?
Correct answer: B. Work done on the system
- A. Heat lost by the system
- B. Work done on the system
- C. Work done by the system
- D. Positive ∆E when heat is lost by the system
Explanation
OPTION A: Heat lost by the system is considered to have a negative value in thermodynamics. It represents the transfer of thermal energy from the system to the surroundings, decreasing the internal energy of the system.OPTION B: If work is done on the system, the system gains energy and the sign of w is positive.OPTION C: Any work done by the system uses energy and the system loses energy, so the sign of w is negative.OPTION D: ∆E is considered to have a negative value when heat is lost by the system. It represents the decrease in internal energy of the system as heat is transferred to the surroundings.
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