Practice mode Thermodynamics

Two bodies placed in thermal contact are said to be in thermal equilibrium when they ____.

Correct answer A. are at the same temperature

Explanation

Thermal equilibrium means there is no net flow of heat between the bodies. This happens only when their temperatures are equal, whatever their masses, internal energies or heat capacities.

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