PS(12/02/24): Describing Thermodynamics Quiz

Which of these is NOT part of thermodynamics?

• Energy transfer

• Heat and work

• Color of materials

• Systems

What is the study of energy transfer, heat, and work in physical systems called?

• Biology

• Thermodynamics

• Chemistry

• Physics

In thermodynamics, what is referred to as the part of the universe being studied?

• Surroundings

• Energy transfer

• Systems

• Environment

What do power plants use thermodynamics for?

• To cool down machinery

• To convert heat from fuel into electricity

• To measure temperature

• To create chemical reactions

Which of these is NOT part of thermodynamics?

• Energy transfer

• Heat and work

• Color of materials

• Entropy

What is an example of an open system?

• Refrigerator

• Jet engine

• Insulated thermos bottle

• Sealed gas cylinder

Which type of system exchanges energy but not matter?

• Open system

• Closed system

• Isolated system

• None of the above

What is an example of an isolated system?

• Jet engine

• Refrigerator

• Insulated thermos bottle

• Car's cooling system

Which type of system does not exchange energy or matter?

• Open system

• Closed system

• Isolated system

• All of the above

Which type of system describes a sealed gas cylinder?

• Open system

• Closed system

• Isolated system

• Dynamic system