Work and the Second Law of Thermodynamics
Two identical blocks, initially at different temperatures, are placed in thermal contact within an isolated container. As the system approaches thermal equilibrium, how is its ability to perform work affected?
A
It remains unchanged since energy is conserved
B
It oscillates before reaching a higher final value
C
It increases as the system becomes more ordered
D
It decreases as available energy becomes less accessible
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