23. The Second Law of Thermodynamics
Statistical Interpretation of Entropy
23. The Second Law of Thermodynamics Statistical Interpretation of Entropy
2PRACTICE PROBLEM
Two identical cylinders, A and B, are connected by a short tube with a valve. Cylinder A contains N molecules of helium, and cylinder B contains 3N molecules of argon. Initially, the valve is closed, and both gases are at the same temperature. After the valve is opened, helium and argon gases expand isothermally. Determine the average number of molecules of helium and argon that will be present in each cylinder.
Two identical cylinders, A and B, are connected by a short tube with a valve. Cylinder A contains N molecules of helium, and cylinder B contains 3N molecules of argon. Initially, the valve is closed, and both gases are at the same temperature. After the valve is opened, helium and argon gases expand isothermally. Determine the average number of molecules of helium and argon that will be present in each cylinder.