energy and metabolism Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
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0 law of thermodynamics
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If two thermodynamic systems are each in thermal equilibrium with a third, then they are in thermal equilibrium with each other
2
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First law of thermodynamic
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Energy can either be created or destroyed it can only change forms
3
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Second law of thermodynamics
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The entropy of an isolated system not in equilibrium will increase overtime
4
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Third law of thermodynamics
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As temperature approaches, absolute zero, the entropy of a system approaches a constant minimum