
Abstract The Second Law. The definition of entropy, and its mathematical properties. The Clausius inequality, and the criterion of spontaneity of change in an isolated system. Worked examples of heat flow down a temperature gradient, and the adiabatic expansion of a gas into a vacuum. Combining the First and Second Laws, with worked examples, such as phase changes. Introduction to the Third Law of Thermodynamics. Introduction to T,S diagrams.
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