2.II.34D
Part II, 2005
Write down the first law of thermodynamics in differential form applied to an infinitesimal reversible change.
Explain what is meant by an adiabatic change.
Starting with the first law in differential form, derive the Maxwell relation
Hence show that
For radiation in thermal equilibrium at temperature in volume , it is given that and . Hence deduce Stefan's Law,
where is a constant.
The radiation is allowed to expand adiabatically. Show that is constant during the expansion.