As the entropy of the universe is increasing, day by day, the work producing capacity of a heat engine is_________________?

Correct answer: B. Decreasing

  • A. Not changed
  • B. Decreasing
  • C. Increasing
  • D. Data sufficient, can't be predicted

Explanation

Increasing entropy generation destroys available work, or exergy, when the heat-engine system and surroundings are considered under comparable conditions. Therefore, the maximum work-producing capacity decreases rather than remaining constant.

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