A Carnot engine operates with a cold reservoir at a temperature of T_L = 400 K and a hot reservoir at a temperature of T_H = 500 K.What is the net entropy change as it goes through a complete cycle? A)0 J/K B)20 J/K C)80 J/K D)400 J/K E)500 J/K

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The net entropy change for any reversible process, including a Carnot cycle, is 0 J/K because the process is reversible and the system returns to its initial state after completing the cycle.

A Carnot Engine Operates with a Cold Reservoir at a Temperature