Which One of the Following Statements Is Not a Consequence

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements is not a consequence of the second law of thermodynamics?

• A)The efficiency of any engine is less than 100%.
• B)The natural direction of heat flow is from hot to cold.
• C)A motor can operate using the atmosphere as a heat reservoir.
• D)Only reversible processes have a zero net entropy change for the universe.
• E)There is zero net entropy change for the universe in the operation of a real refrigerator.

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