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Published on: August 22, 2026
Which one of the following equations does not correctly represent the first law of thermodynamics for the given processes involving an ideal gas? (Assume non expansion work is zero)
A
Adiabatic process: 
B
Isochoric process: 
C
Cyclic process: 
D
Isothermal process: 
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
According to the first law of thermodynamics 
For cyclic process: 
For isothermal process: 
For adiabatic process: 
For isochoric process: 
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