Practice Thermodynamics as Applied to Biological Systems - 8.2 | Module 8: Metabolism - Energy, Life, and Transformation | Biology (Biology for Engineers)
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8.2 - Thermodynamics as Applied to Biological Systems

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What does the First Law of Thermodynamics state?

💡 Hint: Think about how energy changes forms in biological processes.

Question 2

Easy

Define Gibbs Free Energy.

💡 Hint: Consider its role in determining if a reaction can occur spontaneously.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does the First Law of Thermodynamics state?

  • Energy can be created
  • Energy can be destroyed
  • Energy can only change forms

💡 Hint: Think about energy conversions in biological systems.

Question 2

True or False: The total entropy of an isolated system can decrease.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how energy moves and is transformed in a closed system.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

A biological system transforms catalytic reactions leading to energy losses through heat. Describe how this relates to the First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics.

💡 Hint: Reflect on thermodynamic principles in energy transformations.

Question 2

Calculate ΔG using the following values: ΔH = -200 kJ and ΔS = 0.5 kJ/K at T = 298 K.

💡 Hint: Recall the Gibbs Free Energy formula.

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