The Second Law of Thermodynamics states that in any natural process, the total entropy (disorder) always increases for an isolated system. This means that systems tend to move towards a state with higher randomness and less usable energy.
Related terms
Entropy Increase: Refers to the increase in disorder or randomness within a system.
Irreversibility: Describes processes that cannot be undone and result in an overall increase in entropy.
Heat Engine Efficiency: A measure of how effectively heat is converted into useful work within a thermodynamic system.