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Thermodynamics: Definition of Terms and Basic Concepts
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Thermodynamics: Definition of Terms and Basic Concepts

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What is the science of energy according to thermodynamics?

  • The science of energy storage, transformation, and transfer (correct)
  • The science of thermometers
  • The science of electricity
  • The science of matter
  • What is a closed system also known as?

  • Isolated system (correct)
  • Dynamic system
  • Open system
  • Control volume
  • Which approach is concerned directly with the structure of matter in thermodynamics?

  • Macroscopic approach
  • Statistical thermodynamics (correct)
  • Classical thermodynamics
  • Microscopic approach
  • What is a fluid that stores, carries, and transfers energy called?

    <p>Working fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a macroscopic characteristic of a system to which a numerical value can be assigned at a given time without knowledge of the previous behavior called?

    <p>Property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a properly selected region in space involving mass flow such as a compressor, turbine, or nozzle?

    <p>Control volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of thermodynamic property depends on the quantity of matter?

    <p>Extensive property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a process in the context of thermodynamics?

    <p>A transformation from one state to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of equilibrium involves two systems at the same temperature?

    <p>Thermal equilibrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of quantity describes the transition between equilibrium states of a thermodynamic system?

    <p>Process quantity (Path function)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of dimension in the context of physics?

    <p>A mathematical entity that distinguishes uniquely any physical quantity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of property does not depend on the quantity of matter?

    <p>Intensive property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does thermal equilibrium refer to in the context of thermodynamics?

    <p>Two or more systems at the same temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

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