Question
Fundamentals of Biological Engineering Question on Laws of thermodynamics
Which one of the following statements is correct in the context of thermodynamics?
A
In a closed system, neither mass nor energy is transferred across the system boundary
B
In a closed system, both mass and energy can be transferred across the system boundary
C
The total energy of the system is the sum of kinetic and potential energies
D
In a closed system, only energy can be transferred across the system boundary and not mass
Answer
In a closed system, only energy can be transferred across the system boundary and not mass
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (D):In a closed system, only energy can be transferred across the system boundary and not mass