Conceptual explanation for ΔS=Q/T

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So understand how to solve a problem using the equation: ΔS=Q/T

But is there a conceptual explanation for why the equation works. And I'm not looking for a proof, but I simply want to understand why this equation should be intuitive.

Thanks for your time!
 
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Cole said:
So understand how to solve a problem using the equation: ΔS=Q/T

But is there a conceptual explanation for why the equation works. And I'm not looking for a proof, but I simply want to understand why this equation should be intuitive.

Thanks for your time!
It's not that intuitive, and it is based on empirical observation.
See my Physics Forums Insights Article: https://www.physicsforums.com/insights/understanding-entropy-2nd-law-thermodynamics/