In a thermodynamic system,$\Delta U$ represents the increase in internal energy and $W$ represents the work done by the system. Which of the following statements is true?

  • A
    $\Delta U = -W$ in an adiabatic process.
  • B
    $\Delta U = W$ in an isothermal process.
  • C
    $\Delta U = -W$ in an isothermal process.
  • D
    $\Delta U = W$ in an adiabatic process.

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