Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory · Thermodynamics

Laws of Thermodynamics

Exploring the internal energy of systems and the limitations of heat engines.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the second law of thermodynamics define the direction of time in physical processes?
  2. 2What variables affect the maximum theoretical efficiency of a Carnot engine?
  3. 3How would an engineer apply the first law to optimize a refrigeration cycle?

CBSE Learning Outcomes

CBSE: Thermodynamics - Class 11
Class: Class 11
Subject: Physics
Unit: Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory
Period: Thermodynamics

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