5.1.3 - The state of the system
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What is a state function?
💡 Hint: Think about how a property defines a system.
What symbol represents internal energy?
💡 Hint: Recall the formula which involves U.
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What does the state function depend on?
💡 Hint: Recall the definition of state functions.
Is internal energy affected by how the system reached its current state?
💡 Hint: Consider the properties of state functions.
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A system does 30 J of work while absorbing 50 J of heat. Calculate the internal energy change.
💡 Hint: Be mindful of sign conventions for work.
Discuss how you would utilize the state functions to analyze a physical change like water turning into steam.
💡 Hint: Consider how the energy interactions are relevant to this transition.
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