thermodynamic processes
[ˌθɜːrmoʊdaɪˈnæmɪk ˈprɑːsɛsɪz]
nounpl: thermodynamic processes
processos termodinâmicos
1. Physical and chemical transformations involving heat, work, and energy changes in a system, governed by the laws of thermodynamics
The combustion engine relies on several thermodynamic processes to convert fuel into mechanical energy.
O motor de combustão depende de vários processos termodinâmicos para converter combustível em energia mecânica.
2. Sequential changes in the state of matter (pressure, volume, temperature) that occur in a closed or open system
In thermodynamic processes, the first law of thermodynamics states that energy cannot be created or destroyed.
Nos processos termodinâmicos, a primeira lei da termodinâmica afirma que a energia não pode ser criada nem destruída.
3. Specific transformations such as isothermal, adiabatic, isobaric, and isochoric processes that define how systems exchange energy
Engineers study different thermodynamic processes to optimize the efficiency of heat engines.
Os engenheiros estudam diferentes processos termodinâmicos para otimizar a eficiência dos motores térmicos.
This is a scientific and technical term with no regional or cultural variation across English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking countries. It is primarily used in academic settings, engineering disciplines, physics education, and industrial applications. The terminology is standardized internationally in scientific literature and technical documentation.
Related Idioms & Phrases
second law of thermodynamics (lei da entropia)
heat engine cycle (ciclo de motor térmico)
state function (função de estado)
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