Is it possible to reach absolute zero?

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The-BRA!N

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Dec 17, 2008

So, from what I've heard, absolute zero is 0 Kelvin, lowest temperature possible, -273.15 C, etc etc.

Is it possible to even reach it? Why or why not?

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turbo

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Dec 17, 2008

Google "absolute zero" and you'll find some detailed info. The Wiki page is surprisingly good.

Chronos

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Dec 18, 2008

Absolute zero is forbidden by the Heisenberg uncertainty principle.

Is it possible to reach absolute zero?

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