Question

which statement disagrees with the second law of thermodynamics? the disorder of a system and its surroundings decreases overall with time. only a portion of the total energy of a system is available to do work. during energy conversion, some energy can be lost as heat. potential energy may be used to do work. chemical energy may be converted to light energy.

Explanation:

The second - law of thermodynamics states that the total entropy (disorder) of a system and its surroundings always increases over time. The statement "The disorder of a system and its surroundings decreases overall with time" contradicts this law. The other statements are consistent with general thermodynamic principles and energy - related concepts.

Answer:

The disorder of a system and its surroundings decreases overall with time.