Question

The conditions for a reversible isothermal process are:
(A) Infinitesimally slow process,
(B) Constant Temperature

• A. (A) and (B) only
• B. (A), (B), (C) only
• C. (A), (B), (C), (D)
• D. (C), (D) only

Hint:

Isothermal processes occur at constant temperature and reversible processes are carried out extremely slowly with no change in equilibrium, which is why they are difficult to achieve in real life.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

A reversible isothermal process is a thermodynamic process where the temperature remains constant throughout and the process is carried out infinitely slowly.
• Isothermal: means that the temperature remains constant.
• Reversible: It occurs when the system is in equilibrium at all times, requiring an infinitesimally slow change and therefore infinitesimally slow process.
Pressure may change during an isothermal reversible process. Therefore, correct conditions are Infinitesimally slow process and constant temperature.