Beyond Disorder: A New Perspective on Entropy in Chemistry

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Jawad Alzeer

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Jawad Alzeer
Swiss Scientific Society for Developing Countries, Zurich, Switzerland

A B S T R A C T

The concept of entropy, a fundamental principle in the field of chemistry, has traditionally been oversimplified as a mere measure of disorder. However, this simplistic perspective fails to capture the intricate and multifaceted nature of entropy, along with its profound influence on various phenomena. This paper seeks to delve deeper into the understanding of entropy by moving beyond the conventional disorder-centric viewpoint and adopting a more nuanced approach that integrates both disorder and energy considerations. Through the redefinition of potential energy and microstates as integral components of entropy, the study explores the intricate interplay between disorder, energy, and molecular transformations within chemical systems. The implications of this refined conceptualization extend beyond the boundaries of chemistry, impacting fields such as physics, biology, and medicine. The potential transformative effects of this enhanced understanding hold promise for advancing scientific knowledge and applications across diverse disciplines.

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Review Article

Publication history

Received: Tue 23, Jan 2024
Accepted: Mon 12, Feb 2024
Published: Thu 14, Mar 2024

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© 2023 Jawad Alzeer. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited. Hosting by Science Repository.
DOI: 10.31487/j.AJMC.2024.01.01