Reversible or Irreversible

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If the question does not specify which type of expansion it is, should we assume it is irreversible?
thanks

[Emily Chirila 2E]

I think that if it is explained as occurring in real life, it is safe to assume it is irreversible.

[Vicki Liu 2L]

I believe you would be able to deduce whether the question refers to a reversible or irreversible expansion based on the information given. For instance, if external pressure is constant, it would be irreversible.

[Abigail_Hagen2G]

Yeah, the problem should give you some sort of information.

[Alan Cornejo 1a]

Yes we would assume it is reversible as most chemical reactions are reversible, usually from the context you can infer from the question such as it stating that the pressure is constant or not constant,

[Kallista McCarty 1C]

You should be able to tell given the context of the problem!