A system changes from state X to Y with a change in internal energy measuring to 25 kJ mol−1, by a reversible path and returns from Y to X by an irreversible path, What will be the net change in internal energy?
A
25 kJ
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B
>25 kJ
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C
< 25 kJ
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D
zero
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Solution
The correct option is D zero For a cyclic process, net change in internal energy is zero. Change in internal energy does not depend on the path by which final stage is reached.