What concept did Carnot introduce that is crucial to thermodynamics?
Energy Conservation
Efficiency Theory
Mass-Energy Equivalence
Evolutionary Biology
Answer
The Efficiency Theory, introduced by Sadi Carnot, revolutionized thermodynamics. It provided the foundation for understanding heat engine efficiency and laid the groundwork for the second law of thermodynamics. Theory quantifies the maximum possible efficiency of heat conversion, highlighting the unattainability of 100% efficiency due to unavoidable energy dissipation.
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