Molecular Physics | Thermodynamics Answers

Derive the expression for the work done by one mole of van der Waals gas during the isothermal expansion from volume V1, to V2 at temperature T.

Starting from the expression for thermodynamic probability for a Fermi system, obtain expression for its distribution function.

What are the macroscopic properties of a system? Explain the difference between the lntensive and extensive variables. Mention the intensive and extensive variables for a gas in a cylinder.

What is Gibb's paradox ? How is it resolved ?.

Write the Van der Waals equation of state for a real gas. What is the significance of the constants in this equation ?

In a gas, which physical quantity is transported in the following phenomena ?
(a) Viscosity
(b) Thermal conductivity

What is the Joule - Thomson effect ?

State the significance of Maxwell's thermodynamical relations.

What is enthalpy of a reaction ? Write down the
expression for enthalpy in terms of internal energy, pressure and volume.

What are the principles of working of the following temperature measuring devices ?
(a) Bimetallic ship
(b) Thermocouple
(c) Platinum resistance thermometer
(d) Mercury thermometer