thermodynamic
Meaning: Relating to thermodynamics — the branch of physics that deals with the relationships between heat, work, temperature, and energy.
Thermodynamics governs how energy is converted between different forms and underpins the design of engines, refrigerators, power stations, and heating systems. The laws of thermodynamics are fundamental principles of physics: the first law states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, and the second law states that entropy (disorder) in a closed system always increases. The term appears frequently in scientific literature, engineering courses, and environmental discussions about energy efficiency.
Examples
- The thermodynamic efficiency of the new power station is significantly higher than that of older coal-fired plants. 新发电站的热力学效率大幅高于旧式燃煤电站。La eficiencia termodinámica de la nueva central eléctrica es significativamente superior a la de las antiguas centrales de carbón.新しい発電所の熱力学的効率は、旧式の石炭火力発電所よりも大幅に高くなっています。새 발전소의 열역학적 효율은 구형 석탄 화력발전소보다 현저히 높습니다.
- Understanding thermodynamic principles is essential for designing effective heating and cooling systems. 理解热力学原理对于设计有效的供暖和制冷系统至关重要。Comprender los principios termodinámicos es esencial para diseñar sistemas de calefacción y refrigeración eficaces.効果的な暖房・冷房システムを設計するためには、熱力学の原理を理解することが不可欠です。효과적인 냉난방 시스템을 설계하려면 열역학 원리를 이해하는 것이 필수적입니다.
- The second law of thermodynamics explains why a hot cup of tea always cools down rather than heating up spontaneously. 热力学第二定律解释了为什么一杯热茶总是会冷却,而不会自发地变热。La segunda ley de la termodinámica explica por qué una taza de té caliente siempre se enfría en lugar de calentarse espontáneamente.熱力学の第二法則は、温かいお茶が自然に冷めていき、自発的に温まることがない理由を説明しています。열역학 제2법칙은 뜨거운 차가 자연히 식어가며 저절로 뜨거워지지 않는 이유를 설명합니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: scientific, academic
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Greek therme (heat) and dynamikos (powerful, relating to force), from dynamis (power). The compound was coined in the mid-19th century by William Thomson (Lord Kelvin) and others.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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