Is it possible for two objects to be in thermal equilibrium if they are not in contact with each other? Explain.
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Step 1: Two objects can be in thermal equilibrium if they are not in contact with each other because thermal equilibrium is a state where no energy is exchanged between the objects. Show more…
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