GATE ME 2014 Set 1 — Question 23

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Thermodynamics → Laws & Properties → Availability, Exergy & Irreversibility

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The maximum theoretical work obtainable, when a system interacts to equilibrium with a reference environment, is called

Correct answer (C) Exergy Solution Exergy (also known as availability) is defined as the maximum theoretical useful work obtainable as a system is brought into equilibrium with a reference environment (the dead state). Entropy is a measure of molecular disorder or randomness. Enthalpy is the total heat content of a thermodynamic system. Rothalpy is a property used in the analysis of flow through rotating machinery. Turn this into a strength. Explore AI-powered practice and doubt support with Success Tracker.

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Correct answer (C) Exergy Solution Exergy (also known as availability) is defined as the maximum theoretical useful work obtainable as a system is brought into equilibrium with a reference environment (the dead state). Entropy is a measure of molecular disorder or randomness. Enthalpy is the total heat content of a thermodynamic system. Rothalpy is a property used in the analysis of flow through rotating machinery.

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