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Thermodynamics: Crash Course Physics #23

Explore the world of physics, motion, and energy with Dr. Shini Somara.

Thermodynamics: Crash Course Physics #23

Season 1 Episode 23 | 9m 53s | CC

Have you ever heard of a Perpetual Motion Machine? More to the point, have you ever heard of why Perpetual Motion Machines are impossible? One of the reasons is because of the first law of thermodynamics!

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