Thermodynamics closed system - first law

In summary, The problem involves determining the total work done during a process where 1kg of water initially at 90 degrees celsius with a quality of 10% is heated in a spring loaded piston cylinder device until the pressure reaches 800kPa and the temperature is 250 degrees celsius. The first law for closed systems is applied, with states 1 and 2 being a saturated mixture and superheated vapor, respectively. The change in internal energy is calculated and the work is determined to be incorrect, requesting assistance.
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Homework Statement



1kg of water that is initially at 90 degrees celsius with a quality of 10% occupies a spring loaded piston cylinder device. The device is now heated until the pressure rises to 800kPa and the temperature is 250 degrees c
Determine the total work done during this process, in KJ


Homework Equations



The first law for closed systems
Q - W = ΔU
(h2-h1 - u2 - u1) = ΔU

The Attempt at a Solution



State 1

Saturated mixture (90 degrees)
x = 0.1
H1 = 605.29 KJ/kg
U1 = 588.67 KJ/kg

State 2 - super heated vapour

h2 = 2950.4 KJ/kg
u2 = 2715.9 KJ/kg

therefore,

ΔU = (2950.4 - 605.29) - (2715.9 - 588.67) = 217.88 KJ

which is incorrect, can you assist me with this question?
 
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You would actually just need to apply

W = m(h2-h1)

remember that enthalpy h includes internal energy u.
 

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A closed system is a thermodynamic system that does not exchange matter with its surroundings, but can exchange energy in the form of heat or work.

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