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In a real engine, which of the following represents energy losses?.
- A.Heat escaping to the surroundings
- B.Work done on the engine
- C.Fuel consumed
- D.Mechanical energy output
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What a good answer should say
- Heat escaping to the surroundings
Explanation
Why this works
Energy losses in real engines primarily occur due to heat escaping to the surroundings, which reduces the overall efficiency of the engine.
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