Thermodynamics studies energy transfer and transformation, focusing on heat, work, and the resulting changes in the properties of systems.
Branches:
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Classical Thermodynamics: Focuses on macroscopic systems and their overall properties.
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Statistical Thermodynamics: Investigates thermodynamic properties by analyzing the statistical behavior of particles at the microscopic level.
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Equilibrium Thermodynamics: Examines systems in a state of balance, where no macroscopic changes are occurring.
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Non-equilibrium Thermodynamics: Deals with systems undergoing changes, including processes occurring far from equilibrium.