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The discussion centers on the concept of entropy in thermodynamics, particularly regarding energy conversion between forms and matter. It highlights that energy conversions are never 100% efficient, resulting in energy loss and increased entropy. Participants clarify that energy and mass are always conserved, emphasizing that the idea of destroying energy or matter contradicts fundamental physics principles. The conversation also touches on the notion of "energy available for work," which is crucial in understanding entropy changes during conversions. Overall, the consensus is that while energy is conserved, its usability diminishes, leading to increased entropy.
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Okay, you know how the maximum entropy can only stay the same or increase given time. I am talking about entropy in the sense of heat (Thermodynamics) where its measured as the amount of joules that actually do work.

What if energy with maximum energy is converted into matter and then converted back to energy? Would the entropy be conserved, or will it dissipate? Thanks!
 
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What is "energy with the maximum energy"?

Every time we convert one kind of energy to another, or to mass, and then back again the conversion is not 100% efficient. So during every conversion energy is lost.
 
Bobbywhy said:
What is "energy with the maximum energy"?

Every time we convert one kind of energy to another, or to mass, and then back again the conversion is not 100% efficient. So during every conversion energy is lost.

What are you talking about? Energy/mass is ALWAYS conserved no matter what happens. Thats one the basic principles of all physics. I would bet you would win the Nobel Prize if you could figure out how to destroy matter or energy.
 
zeromodz said:
What are you talking about? Energy/mass is ALWAYS conserved no matter what happens. Thats one the basic principles of all physics. I would bet you would win the Nobel Prize if you could figure out how to destroy matter or energy.

I'm pretty sure Bobbywhy means energy available for work. After the conversion overall entropy will have increased, some energy must be wasted. This is pretty much why we can't have a http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perpetual_motion" .
 
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adaptation said:
I'm pretty sure Bobbywhy means energy available for work. After the conversion overall entropy will have increased, some energy must be wasted. This is pretty much why we can't have a http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perpetual_motion" .

Oh, sorry I see now. Its just the way he said it sounded wrong. Okay thanks.
 
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