Construct a table with the following headings: q | w | ∆U | ∆H. Deduce for each of the following processes whether each quantity listed is positive (+), negative (-), or zero (0). (a) Freezing of acetone at 1 atm and its normal melting point. (b) Irreversible isothermal expansion of an ideal gas. (c) Adiabatic compression of an ideal gas. (d) Reaction of sodium with water. (e) Boiling of liquid ammonia at its normal boiling point. (f) Irreversible adiabatic expansion of a gas against an external pressure. (g) Reversible isothermal compression of an ideal gas. (h) Heating of a gas at constant volume. (i) Freezing of water at 0°C. (Please give an brief explanation for each choice)
Construct a table with the following headings: q | w | ∆U | ∆H. Deduce for each of the following processes whether each quantity listed is positive (+), negative (-), or zero (0). (a) Freezing of acetone at 1 atm and its normal melting point. (b) Irreversible isothermal expansion of an ideal gas. (c) Adiabatic compression of an ideal gas. (d) Reaction of sodium with water. (e) Boiling of liquid ammonia at its normal boiling point. (f) Irreversible adiabatic expansion of a gas against an external pressure. (g) Reversible isothermal compression of an ideal gas. (h) Heating of a gas at constant volume. (i) Freezing of water at 0°C. (Please give an brief explanation for each choice)
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