6.1 System and Surroundings Flashcards
1
Q
What is thermodynamics?
A
The transportation of energy from one form to another
2
Q
What is the zeroth law of thermodynamics?
A
If two systems are in thermal equilibrium with a third system, then the two initial systems are in thermal equilibrium with one another
3
Q
What is the first law of thermodynamics?
A
Total energy of the universe is constant
4
Q
What are the three designations necessary to describe energy flow?
A
- System
- Surroundings
- Thermodynamic universe
