Key to the thermodynamic analysis of a cycle is remembering
U = 0 and
S = 0 a) Why is this true? b) Knowing this, what is your first law energy balance and second law entropy balance for a Rankine cycle? c) What is your first law energy balance and second law entropy balance for a vapor-compression refrigeration cycle?

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