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Zero-Point Energy
Quantum & Atomic Physics
eV or Joules
The lowest possible quantum mechanical energy state that a physical system may possess at absolute zero temperature (0 K).
E₀ = ½ ℏ ω (for harmonic oscillator)
Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics
Thermodynamics & Statistical Physics
N/A
The law stating that if two systems are each in thermal equilibrium with a third system, they are in thermal equilibrium with each other.
If T_A = T_C and T_B = T_C, then T_A = T_B