Which best describes how the diagram illustrates both laws of thermodynamics?
Answer
A
First law: Some thermal energy is lost to the surrounding environment as it travels through the system. Second law: Kinetic energy is used to turn an electrical generator.
B
First law: Thermal energy is used to do work on the turbines. Second law: High-temperature steam flows to an area of lower temperatures in the turbines.
C
First law: High-temperature steam flows to an area of lower temperature in the turbines. Second law: Thermal energy is used to do work on the turbines.
D
First law: Kinetic energy is used to turn an electrical generator. Second law: Some thermal energy is lost to the surrounding environment as it travels through the system.