Which of the Following Scenarios Accurately Represents the Second Law

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following scenarios accurately represents the second law of thermodynamics?

• A)As our body converts glucose into ATP some of the energy is given off in the form of heat.
• B)The temperature of your car's engine begins to increase as you drive to work.
• C)When we are cold our body shivers as a response to the decrease in body temperature.
• D)All of these are consistent with the second law of thermodynamics.

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