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Why is absolute zero finite compared to maximum heat (which is seemingly infinite)?
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December 12th 03, 07:35 AM
John
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Why is absolute zero finite compared to maximum heat (which is seemingly infinite)?
On 9 Dec 2003 12:45:56 -0800,
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Why is absolute zero approximately -460 F, yet the maximum
possible amount of heat is seemingly infinite? There is
certainly an asymmetry. Why is there no upper bound for
heat? Why is there a lower bound for cold?
As I understand it, at absolute zero temperature, molecular vibration
ceases. You can't have less than zero (or negative) vibration, but
theoretically there is no upper limit to degree of vibration.
John