Which of the following is the correct expression of the first law of thermodynamics for adiabatic processes?

  • A
    $W = -Q$
  • B
    $-\Delta U = -W$
  • C
    $\Delta U = Q_V$
  • D
    $\Delta U = Q_P - P_{ext}\Delta V$

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