Maxwell’s Demon Strikes Back as Quantum Physics Unveils a Thermodynamic Loophole
For over a century, the Maxwell’s Demon paradox has haunted physics. This thought experiment suggests that a tiny, ...
Quantum theory and thermodynamics: No contradiction with new entropy definition, study says
The famous second law of thermodynamics says that the world gets more and more disordered when random chance is at play. Or, ...
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CHEM 360 – Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics
Real Gases Real gases. Compressibility Factor. Van der Waals Equation. Condensation of gases. Principle of Corresponding States. Math Interlude Partial Differentiation. Thermodynamics First Law.
No quantum exorcism for Maxwell's demon (but it doesn't need one)
An international collaboration led by Nagoya University in Japan sheds new light on the relationship between quantum theory ...
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Equation of State
An Equation of State describes the equilibrium conditions of a system in terms of values of (p,v,T) that generate the equilibrium surface of state for the substance. For an Ideal Gas the equation of ...
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What are the mathematics of hypersonic flight?
The mathematics of hypersonic flight primarily involves fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and gas dynamics, particularly ...
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Maxwell’s demon wields its own magic without any quantum exorcism, study hints
These findings provide further insights into the mysterious relationship between the quantum world and thermodynamics. While ...