How many books did Carnot publish in his lifetime?
One
Three
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Seven
Answer
Carnot published only one book in his lifetime, titled "Reflections on the Motive Power of Fire". Despite its limited quantity, this groundbreaking work had a profound impact on the field of thermodynamics and laid the foundation for the second law of thermodynamics. Carnot's book introduced the concept of reversible engines and the Carnot cycle, which became essential concepts in understanding the efficiency limits of heat engines.
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