Using the expansion of an ideal gas as an example, explain the difference between a reversible process and an irreversible process. Which process does more work, and why?
a) Reversible processes involve infinitesimal changes and are quasi-static, while irreversible processes are spontaneous and rapid.
b) Reversible processes occur without any energy loss, while irreversible processes involve energy dissipation.
c) Reversible processes can be easily reversed without leaving any trace, while irreversible processes cannot be undone.
d) Reversible processes always do more work because they follow a defined path, while irreversible processes may do less work due to energy loss.
