Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics and Temperature Quiz
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Which law of thermodynamics provides an independent definition of temperature without reference to entropy?

  • Third law
  • Zeroth law (correct)
  • First law
  • Second law

    • Who established the zeroth law of thermodynamics?

  • Ralph H. Fowler (correct)
  • Newton
  • Einstein
  • Maxwell

    • What is the condition for two thermodynamic systems to be in thermal equilibrium with each other?

  • They have the same volume
  • They have the same temperature (correct)
  • They have the same energy
  • They have the same entropy

    • What is another formulation of the zeroth law of thermodynamics by Maxwell?

    <p>All heat is of the same kind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the zeroth law of thermodynamics important for the mathematical formulation of thermodynamics?

    <p>It defines the concept of thermal equilibrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

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