If the work done on a system is 500 J and 200 J of heat is lost, what is the gain in internal energy?

Answer: 300 J
Explanation
  • According to the first law of thermodynamics, ΔU = Q + W.
  • Here, heat lost (Q) = -200 J, work done on the system (W) = 500 J.
    ΔU = (-200 J) + (500 J) = 300 J.
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