What is the meaning of the Greek words from which we get the word thermo-dynamics?
The meaning of the Greek words from which thermo-dynamics word has been formed.
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
Thermodynamics is a branch of physical science. It describes the relations between heat and different other forms of energy.
The word thermodynamics has originated from Greet root word ‘thermos’ which means heat/hot/temperature’.
Modern thermodynamics deals with the properties of systems which are described by the temperature.
Conclusion:
The meaning of the Greek words from which the word thermodynamics is obtained is heat/temperature change.
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