An Ideal Monatomic Gas Expands Isothermally from State a to State

question 29

Multiple Choice

An ideal monatomic gas expands isothermally from state A to state B.The gas then cools at constant volume to state C.The gas is then compressed isobarically to D before it is heated until it returns to state A.

-What is the net amount of work done after one complete cycle?

• A)zero joules
• B)20 J
• C)40 J
• D)1000 J
• E)1340 J

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

An approach to learning where behaviors are influenced to be repeated or not through the administration of punishments and rewards.

Self-modification

The process of changing one's behavior or characteristics by oneself, often with the aim of improving personal well-being.

Systematically Reward

The process of providing rewards or reinforcements in a planned and consistent manner to encourage specific behavior.

Classical Conditioning

The method by which learning occurs by associating a stimulus that originates in the environment with a naturally existing one.