Thermodynamic Changes C76Dff
1. The problem asks to define three types of thermodynamic changes and list five thermometers.
2. Definitions:
(i) Isobaric process: A thermodynamic process that occurs at constant pressure. The pressure $P$ remains unchanged during the process.
(ii) Isothermal process: A thermodynamic process that occurs at constant temperature. The temperature $T$ remains constant throughout the process.
(iii) Adiabatic process: A thermodynamic process where no heat is exchanged with the surroundings. The system is thermally insulated, so $Q=0$.
3. Explanation:
- In an isobaric process, volume or temperature may change but pressure stays fixed.
- In an isothermal process, the internal energy remains constant because temperature is constant.
- In an adiabatic process, changes in pressure, volume, and temperature occur without heat transfer.
4. Five common thermometers:
- Mercury thermometer
- Alcohol thermometer
- Digital thermometer
- Infrared thermometer
- Thermocouple thermometer
This completes the definitions and listing as requested.