Thermodynamic Processes of the Ideal Gas

Isometric Process

V=C

Isochoric Process

V=C

Isobaric Process

P=C

Isopiestic

P=C

Isothermal Process

T=C

Isothermal Process

PV=C

Isentropic Process

S= C

Isentropic Process

PV^k = C

Isentropic Process

Reversible Adiabatic Process (Q=0)

General Polytropic Process

PV^n = C

reversible process

is defined as a process performed, so that the system and its surroundings can be restored to their original states by performing the process in reverse.

irreversible process

is one where the system and its surroundings cannot be restored to its initial state due to some losses along the path.

Q= 0

If system is insulated

Isometric Process Irreversible

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