MCAT: Physics Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Zeroth Law
A
If state A is in thermal equilibrium with states B and C, then states B and C must be in thermal equilibrium and at the same temperature as each other
2
Q
1st Law of Thermodynamics
A
Heat energy may be transformed or moved around, but it can not leave the system or be created/destroyed
3
Q
2nd Law of Thermodynamics
A
The entropy of an isolated system will naturally increase over time
4
Q
3rd Law of Thermodynamics
A
At absolute zero, 0K, a pure crystal has zero entropy
