A Explain Fully What Is Meant by the Term "State

question 2

Essay

a. Explain fully what is meant by the term "state function."
b. (i) Give two examples of thermodynamic quantities which are state functions.
(ii) Give two examples of thermodynamic quantities which are not state functions.

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Definitions:

Cholecystogram

An X-ray procedure used to help evaluate the gallbladder.

Low-fat Meal

Food or dishes that have been prepared with a minimal amount of fat, often for health or dietary reasons.

High-fat Meal

A meal with a high context of fats, potentially impacting digestion and health, depending on the type of fats consumed.

Mammography

The process of using low-dose X-rays to examine the breast. It is used to look for different types of tumors and cysts.