I2

Closed Cycle pV diagram and Work Activity and Discussion

Goal of this activity and discussion

In this activity, you will build a pV diagram for a cyclic process. You will then use it to calculate the net work done by the engine.

What to do?

Take a few minutes to explore this pV Diagram and Work simulationLinks to an external site.

https://www.GeoGebra.org/m/KAZHEN8c

Build your own 4-point closed cycle. It needs to include at least one isothermal or adiabatic process.

Take a screenshot or photo of your cycle.

Pay attention to the graph and calculate the work done by your engine. You will need to show the steps in your post.

Comment on whether or not your calculations match the result it shows on the screen.

What to post?

Respond to this discussion with the your screenshot, detailed work calculations and conclusion.

Compare your results

Reply to two different posts, and discuss their results. Adjust your answer by responding to your post, if needed.

How will you be evaluated?

I will review your work and allocate points as follows:

a screenshot of the cycle you used; your detailed work calculations; your conclusion.