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Chapter 6, Problem 2TYU
Summary Introduction
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Heat is a form of energy that moves from the system to the surroundings and from the surroundings to the system.
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Campbell Biology in Focus, Books a la Carte Edition; Modified Mastering Biology with Pearson eText - ValuePack Access Card - for Campbell Biology in Focus (2nd Edition)
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