One mole of nitrogen at 8 bar and 600 K is contained in a piston-cylinder arrangement. It is brought to 1 bar isothermally against a resisting pressure of 1 bar. The work done (in Joules) by the gas is_________________?
Correct answer: B
Explanation
For isothermal expansion work done is W = nRT ln(V2/V1). Using the ideal gas law and given values yields approximately 10373 J.