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The Laws of Thermodynamics

Thermodynamics is a branch of physics that deals with heat, work, and temperature, and their
relation to energy, entropy, and the physical properties of matter. It is governed by four
fundamental laws.
Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics
This law establishes the concept of thermal equilibrium. It states that if two systems are each in
thermal equilibrium with a third system, then they are in thermal equilibrium with each other. In
simpler terms, if object A and object B are both at the same temperature as object C, then
objects A and B must be at the same temperature as each other.
Example: A cup of hot coffee and a glass of ice water are placed in a room. Both eventually
reach room temperature. The coffee and the water are now in thermal equilibrium with the room,
and therefore, with each other.
First Law of Thermodynamics
The first law of thermodynamics is a statement of the conservation of energy. It states that the
change in the internal energy of a system is equal to the heat added to the system minus the
work done by the system.
Example: A hot air balloon rises. The heat energy from the burner is converted into kinetic
energy (the movement of the balloon).
Second Law of Thermodynamics
The second law of thermodynamics states that the total entropy of an isolated system can never
decrease over time. Entropy is a measure of the disorder or randomness of a system.
Essentially, this law indicates that processes tend to move in the direction of increasing disorder.
Example: A glass of ice water left on a table will eventually reach room temperature. The
organized structure of ice crystals has become more disordered as the ice melts.
Third Law of Thermodynamics
The third law of thermodynamics states that as the temperature of a system approaches
absolute zero, the entropy of the system approaches a minimum. This law provides a reference
point for calculating entropy.
Example: A perfectly ordered crystal at absolute zero has zero entropy.
These four laws, taken together, form the foundation of thermodynamics, providing a framework
for understanding energy, heat, and work in a wide range of physical and chemical processes.
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