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The First Law of Thermodynamics
Rocket launch
The powerful chemical reaction propelling the rocket lets off tremendous heat to the surroundings and does work on the surroundings (the rocket) as well.
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File:Soyuz TMA-05M rocket launches from Baikonur 4.jpg
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