Chapter 2.8, Problem 1P

What is the difference between the macroscopic and microscopic forms of energy?

To determine

The difference between macroscopic and microscopic forms of energy.

Explanation of Solution

The difference between the macroscopic and microscopic forms of energy is discussed as below in the tabular form.

S. No.	Macroscopic	Microscopic
1.	It is a type of energy where the system is related with motion and external effects.	It is a type of energy where the system is related with molecular structure and its activities.
2.	The kinetic and potential energy are the form of macroscopic as they are displayed as outside reference frame.	The internal energy is the form of microscopic as it is independent of outside reference frames.
3.	The approach used in the macroscopic form is simple mathematical formulae.	The approach used in the microscopic form is advanced mathematical formulae.