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Covers the study of (primarily homogeneous) macroscopic systems from a heat/energy/entropy point of view. Consider also using the tag: [statistical-mechanics].
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Why is the work done in reversible process greater than work done in irreversible process?
I have read in my textbook that maximum work is done by gas in a reversible expansion, but I do not know the reason behind it.
Also is work done by gas maximum in reversible compression also?
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Laplace correction for speed of sound in air
In the Laplace corrrection for velocity of sound, the bulk modulus is replaced by gamma×Pressure.
$(\gamma=c_p/c_v)$
In its derivation
$$PV^{\gamma} =\text{CONSTANT} $$
is used.
And the reason given i …
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