Solutions
Concept:
According to the first law of thermodynamics
δQ = dU + δW
Isobaric work done
δW = PdV = P (Vfinal - Vinitial)
Calculation:
Initial condition ⇒ P1 = 1 MPa, V1 = y m3
Final condition ⇒ P2 = 1 MPa, V2 = 0.2 m3
Heat Transfer = -40 kJ (from the gas)
Change in Internal energy (u2 – u1) = -20 kJ (drop)
According to first law of thermodynamics
δQ = dU + δW
-40 = -20 + δW
⇒ δW = -20 kJ ---(I)
Since, the process is isobaric (as pressure remains same)
So, isobaric work done δW = PdV = P (Vfinal - Vinitial)
δW = P (Vfinal - Vinitial) = -20 kJ
1000 kPa × (0.2 – y) m3 = -20 kJ
∴Initial volume (y) = 0.22 m3