Why Are Stars Considered to Be Thermodynamic Systems

question 25

Multiple Choice

Why are stars considered to be thermodynamic systems?

• A) Stars are hot.
• B) Stars are always in motion.
• C) Stars are giant collections of atoms.
• D) Stars are powered by combustion.

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Definitions:

Intracellular Fluid

The liquid found within cells, constituting about two-thirds of the body's water volume, important for cellular functions and nutrient transportation.

Protein Content

Refers to the amount of protein found in a food item or biological sample, important for understanding nutritional value or physiological status, respectively.

Plasma Membrane

The semipermeable membrane surrounding the cytoplasm of a cell, which regulates the entry and exit of substances.

Osmosis

Diffusion of solvent (water) through a membrane from a less concentrated solution to a more concentrated solution.