A steam engine is to operate between the temperatures of 550 °C and 250 °C.

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Problem

A steam engine is to operate between the temperatures of 550 °C and 250 °C. (1) Calculate the maximum efficiency of such a steam engine. (2) Suggest why it is likely that the steam engine will operate with an efficiency lower than your answer to part a.

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