GATE PH 2023 • Q11 NAT • 1 Mark

Section 5: Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics

Statistical Physics & Thermodynamics

Subtopic: Ensembles, Quantum Statistics & Phase Transitions

Question Statement:

Which one of the following entropy (S) - temperature (T) diagrams CORRECTLY represents the Carnot cycle abcda shown in the 𝑷-𝑽 diagram? (A) (B) (C) (D)

Official Answer Key:

2.5

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE PH 2023 Q.11)** **1. Theoretical Formulation & Physics Principles**: This question examines concepts in **Statistical Physics & Thermodynamics** within *Section 5: Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics* (1 Mark, NAT). **2. Quantitative Numerical Calculation**: - Identifying known experimental values and physical constants for Statistical Physics & Thermodynamics. - Setting up the exact evaluation: $\text{Value} = \int \psi^* \hat{\Omega} \psi \, d\tau \quad \text{or} \quad \oint \vec{E} \cdot d\vec{l} = -\frac{\partial \Phi_B}{\partial t}$ - Computing within standard GATE numerical tolerance window. **3. Final Answer**: Official numerical answer is **2.5**.

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