Suppose that the Department of Energy develops a new reversible engine that has a coefficient of performance (COP) of 4.0

when operated as a refrigerator and a COP of 5.0 when operated as a heat pump. What is its thermal efficiency when operated as a heat engine doing work?
A) 20% B) 10% C) 45% D) 80% E) 25%


A

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a.
b.
c.
d.
e.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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An ionized gas is a state of matter called a __________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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A. 0.50c B. 1.11c C. 0.99c D. 0.01c

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