Conceptual Physics: The High School Physics Program
Conceptual Physics: The High School Physics Program
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ISBN: 9780133647495
Author: Paul G. Hewitt
Publisher: Prentice Hall
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Chapter 24, Problem 1A

What is the meaning of the Greek words from which we get the word thermo-dynamics?

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The meaning of the Greek words from which thermo-dynamics word has been formed.

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Introduction:

Thermodynamics is a branch of physical science. It describes the relations between heat and different other forms of energy.

The word thermodynamics has originated from Greet root word ‘thermos’ which means heat/hot/temperature’.

Modern thermodynamics deals with the properties of systems which are described by the temperature.

Conclusion:

The meaning of the Greek words from which the word thermodynamics is obtained is heat/temperature change.

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