The First And Three Laws Of Thermodynamics

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Energy Thermodynamics is, the everything that happens due to the flowing of the heat from a hot locale to a cold locale, and nothing occurs without the flow of the heat. Additionally, thermodynamics is an exact science. Thermodynamic system is defined by volume, pressure, temperature and chemical make-up. When conditions change the thermodynamic system will respond by changing its temperature, volume, pressure, or chemical make-up and will adjust accordingly in order to reach its original state of equilibrium. There are three laws of thermodynamics in which can follow in order to return to equilibrium. I will be discussing the 1st and 2nd law. The first law of thermodynamics is the law of conservation of energy and matter. In essence, …show more content…
Fossil fuels is reliable and low in cost, opposed to the unreliable wind and solar energy sources. They are also produce a large amount of energy, all types of machinery, vehicles and devices depend on fossil fuels. The problem with fossil fuels, is that they contribute to global warming, due to their large amounts of carbon. The health effects of our human population is at stake from the pollution from cars that can cause serious respiratory and lung …show more content…
Solar energy is renewable energy source; we will not run out of solar energy as long as the sun is still shinning for another 3 billion years. It reduces our utilities bills, and the amount you save depends on the size of the solar system. The cons are the cost of the solar system, it’s high, solar panels, batteries, inverter, wiring and installation. The weather plays a major role even on a cloudy or rainy day energy is collected, but during this time the efficiency decreases, this also includes during the night time.
Wind Power Advantages and Disadvantages Wind power is obtained by the wind in our atmosphere and then it’s converted into mechanical energy followed by electricity. Basically, wind is free and wind turbines. In addition, wind power does not release pollutants and greenhouse gases into the environment and it only requires a small amount of land. The first disadvantage is, that the wind is not continuous and may not produce electricity. The second, wind turbines are huge and noisy. This nonrenewable resource can never be depleted.
Water Hydroelectric Power Advantages and

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