University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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Chapter 20 - The Second Law of Thermodynamics - Problems - Discussion Questions - Page 676: Q20.16

Answer

See explanation.

Work Step by Step

The loss in entropy when heat Q leaves the hot reservoir is $\frac{Q}{T_{hot}}$. The gain in entropy when the same amount of heat Q enters the cold reservoir is $\frac{Q}{T_{cold}}$. The cold temperature is smaller than the hot temperature, so these changes are not of equal magnitude. The gain exceeds the loss, meaning entropy increases.
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