Second Law of Thermodynamics

Definition

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.