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Calculate the efficiency of a Carnot engine operating between temperatures of 500K and 300K.
Calculate the efficiency of a Carnot engine operating between temperatures of 500K and 300K.
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For a Carnot engine, efficiency is calculated using the temperatures of the hot and cold reservoirs.
Updated On: Jun 17, 2025
- 40%
- 60%
- 70%
- 50%
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Solution and Explanation
The efficiency of a Carnot engine is given by: \[ \eta = 1 - \frac{T_C}{T_H} \] Substituting the values: \[ \eta = 1 - \frac{300}{500} = 0.4 = 40% \]
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