CO2 at 1.025 bar occupies a volume of 0.03m³ and is then compressed reversibly to a final pressure of 6.15 bar

Assuming an isothermal process, calculate the work done in Joules

1 bar = 10⁵ Pa

W = -nRTin(P1/P2)

PV =nRT

W = 5512.57 J

Step-by-step explanation

- Use the Ideal Gas Law formula. Substitute the given Pressure and Volume along with the Number of Moles in CO₂ and Universal Gas Constant. You will get the initial Temperature.

- Use the formula of Steady Flow Work in Isothermal Compression Process. Substitute the Number of Moles in CO₂, Universal Gas Constant, initial Temperature, and each Pressure of initial and final state. You will get the Work done.

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