This physics video tutorial provides a basic introduction into the second law of thermodynamics. It explains why heat flows from a hot object to a cold object. The second law of thermodynamics states that the change in entropy of a natural process is always a positive. For an ideal reversible process, the entropy change is equal to or greater than zero.
Open Vs Closed Vs Isolated System:
First Law of Thermodynamics:
Isobaric Process:
Isochoric Process:
Isothermal Process:
Internal Energy of an Ideal Gas:
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Adiabatic Process:
PV Diagrams:
Thermodynamics Review:
Heat Engines:
Converting Heat Into Electricity:
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Carnot Cycle:
Otto Cycle:
Refrigerators and Heat Pumps:
Entropy:
Heat Engines and Refrigerators Review:
Physics PDF Worksheets: