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This lecture introduces the fundamental concepts of thermodynamics, focusing on problem-solving skills and practical applications. The instructor emphasizes the importance of note-taking and presents key experiments illustrating the principles of thermodynamics, such as energy conversion in a Stirling engine and the quantification of chemical reactions. The lecture also covers the quantitative characterization of substances, phase transitions, and phenomena of transport, including thermo-electricity.