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Carnot engine between two temperatures absorbs a given heat: work done

The same question, asked 2 times: 13 May 2024 S2*, 12 May 2026 S2. Every wording below, oldest first.

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  1. Question 1

    13 May 2024 S2

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    A carnot engine operates with source at 227∘C227^\circ\text{C} and sink at 27∘C27^\circ\text{C}. If the source supplies 50 kJ of heat energy, the work done by the engine is

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  2. Question 2

    12 May 2026 S2

    113
    An ideal gas heat engine operate in Carnot cycle between 327∘C327^\circ C and 227∘C227^\circ C. It absorbs 6×1046 \times 10^4 cal of heat at higher temperature. How much is the amount of heat converted in to work?

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