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Question
Explain graphically (i) positive work with varying pressure, (ii) negative work with varying pressure, and (iii) positive work at constant pressure.
Solution
- p-V diagram showing positive work with varying pressure:
- p-V diagram showing negative work with varying pressure:
- p-V diagram showing positive work at constant pressure:
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