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Suppose the two-chambered box in Section 14.5 contains 50 molecules in each side. As the molecules move randomly, a short time later there are 48 on one side and 52 on the other. Does this constitute a violation of the second law?
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We have a two-chambered box with 50 molecules in each side. This means that the system is in a state of equilibrium with equal distribution of molecules on both sides. Show more…
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