2. Thermodynamics Flashcards
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Discuss the 2nd law of thermodynamics stating Kelvin-Plank and Clausius statements, its implications and the relation with the definition of entropy.
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2
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Illustrate and discuss the result of Clausius’ theorem, in the case of a cyclic transformation between 2 sinks and in the case of any cyclic transformation and its implications as regards the formulation of the 2nd law in terms of entropy.
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3
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From the empirical ideal gas temperature to the
absolute thermodynamic temperature: its microscopical meaning
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