2 A thermodynamic cycle occurs in which 6000 J of heat are t

2. A thermodynamic cycle occurs in which 6000 J of heat are transferred out of the system and 1500 J of heat are transferred in to the system.

a) What kind of cycle is it?

Solution

carnot cycle :

The Carnot cycle is a theoretical thermodynamic cycle. It provides an upper limit on the efficiency that any classical thermodynamic cycle can achieve during the conversion of thermal energy into work, or conversely, the efficiency of a refrigeration system in creating a temperature difference by the application of work to the system. It is not an actual thermodynamic cycle but is a theoretical construct.