Answer:
ΔU = 2.25 x 10⁸ J
t = 104.17 s
Explanation:
The change in internal energy of the engine can be given by the following formula:
ΔU = (Mass of Gasoline)(Energy Content of Gasoline)
ΔU = (1.5 x 10⁶ J/gallon)(15 gallon)
ΔU = 2.25 x 10⁸ J
Now, for the time of operation, we use the following formula of power.
P = W/t = ΔU/t
t = ΔU/P
where,
t = time of operation = ?
ΔU = Change in internal energy = 2.25 x 10⁸ J
P = Power of motor = 600 W
Therefore,
t = (2.25 x 10⁸ J)/(600 W)
t = (375000 s)(1 h/3600 s)
t = 104.17 s
