A piston-cylinder contains 2 kg of steam. The piston is frictionless and rests on two stops. The steam inside is initially at 1000 kPa and 75% quality. Heat is added until the temperature is 500°C. However, the piston does not move until the system pressure reaches 2 MPa and then it moves at constant pressure. Determine (a) the system work; (b) the total heat transferred.

Cells in the nervous system have a potential difference of 70 mv across the cell membrane separating the interior of the cell from the extracellular fluid. this potential difference is maintained by ion pumps that move charged ions across the membrane. is this an emf? select the correct answer and explanation. 1)no. the ion pumps cannot separate charges; thus, they cannot create a potential difference. 2)yes. the ion pumps cannot separate charges, but they still can create a potential difference. 3)yes. the ion pumps can actively separate charge; thus, they can create a potential difference. 4)no. the ion pumps can separate charges, but they cannot create a potential difference.