Which law of thermodynamics addresses the direction of heat flow?

A) First law
B) Second law
C) Third law
D) all of the above


Answer: B

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Today, we know that Newton's "laws" are

A) often incorrect when applied to molecular-sized objects. B) incapable of explaining the motions of the planets. C) in agreement with all known experimental evidence. D) no longer useful as scientific principles. E) often incorrect when applied to liquids.

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