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University Physics Volume 2

18th Edition

ISBN:9781938168161

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Chapter4: The Second Law Of Thermodynamics

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 80AP: A Carnot engine operates in a Carnot cycle between a heat source at 550 and a heat sink at 20 ....

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