Thermodynamics Basics
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What is the most fundamental principle of energy conservation?

  • Energy can change from one form to another but the total amount remains constant (correct)
  • Energy always decreases over time
  • Energy can be destroyed completely
  • Energy can be created from nothing
  • What is the origin of the term 'thermodynamics'?

  • Greek words therme (heat) and dynamis (power) (correct)
  • Chinese words for energy science
  • Latin words for heat and power
  • Arabic words for energy conversion
  • Which approach to the study of thermodynamics does not require knowledge of the behavior of individual particles?

  • Statistical Thermodynamics (Microscopic approach)
  • Classical Thermodynamics (Macroscopic approach) (correct)
  • Quantum Thermodynamics
  • Nuclear Thermodynamics
  • What happens to the total amount of energy during an interaction according to the conservation of energy principle?

    <p>Remains constant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of potential energy being converted to kinetic energy?

    <p>A rock falling off a cliff and picking up speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

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