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Arun Raja
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work is done in gas but how can internal energy change?
there is no heat flow since it is an adiabatic process[/B]
Thermodynamics is the branch of physics that studies the relationship between heat, energy, and work, and how they are affected by changes in temperature, pressure, and volume.
The laws of thermodynamics are fundamental principles that govern the behavior of energy in a system. They include the first law, which states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transferred or converted, and the second law, which states that the total entropy of a closed system will always increase over time.
Heat and temperature are often used interchangeably, but they have different meanings in thermodynamics. Heat is the transfer of energy from one object to another due to a difference in temperature. Temperature, on the other hand, is a measure of the average kinetic energy of the particles in a substance.
The Carnot cycle is a theoretical thermodynamic cycle that represents the most efficient way to convert heat into work. It is significant because it sets the upper limit for the efficiency of any heat engine, and it provides a model for understanding the behavior of real-world systems.
Thermodynamics has numerous applications in everyday life, including heating and cooling systems, engines and power plants, refrigeration and air conditioning, and cooking. It also plays a crucial role in understanding climate change and the behavior of materials and substances in different environments.