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A system releases 150 kJ of heat while 10 kJ of work is done on the system by

the surroundings. Calculate the change in internal energy (in kJ).

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Answer:

160J OR 140J

Step-by-step explanation:

Depends on teacher which formula your teacher uses.

U=Q+W OR U=Q-W

Method 1:

U=150+10J=160

U=150-10=140J

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