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Second Law of Thermodynamics

Pronunciation:   se-kuhn(d) lah uhv therm-O-dI-nam-iks
   
Definition : This law states that no device can completely and continuously transform all of the energy supplied to it into useful energy.
   
Facts: This law limits how efficient we can make appliances or cars. It says that no appliance can be 100% efficient.