Knowlton
MSE 308
Quiz # 1 – Learning objectives
Topics:
• Introduction to the definition of terms in thermodynamics [Chapter 1 & 2]
• Lectures of course and Problem Set 1
Learning Objectives: For the quiz, the student should know how to:
• Explain why the change in a State variable depends on only the final and initial
states of the system and not the path taken to from the initial and final state.
• Determine whether or not a variable or property is extensive or intensive.
• Define a state function.
• Resolve the difference between a unary system, binary system, ternary system and
quaternary system.
• Describe the difference between a homogeneous and heterogeneous system.
• How to derive the relationship between dependent and independent variables by
examining data from a graph.