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CHM 101 Thermochemistry II Objective Question
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What is work in thermodynamics?
Options
A Energy transferred due to temperature difference
B Energy transferred when a force exerted on an object causes a displacement of that object
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C The total energy of a system
D Heat flow
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Work is the energy transferred when a force exerted on an object causes a displacement of that object. Work is the energy used to cause an object with mass to move through a distance against a force.

Hint

The notes define work.

Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: Thermochemistry II
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 780 of 1872
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