Absolute Zero: Absolute Awesome

Absolute Zero: Absolute Awesome

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Science, Physics, Chemistry

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the concept of absolute zero, a temperature of -273.15 degrees Celsius, and its significance in thermodynamics. It highlights Sir William Thomson's (Lord Kelvin) contribution to the understanding of temperature and the creation of the Kelvin scale. Despite efforts, reaching absolute zero is impossible due to quantum mechanics and Heisenberg's uncertainty principle. The video also discusses superconductivity at low temperatures and identifies the coldest places in the universe, including the Boomerang Nebula and laboratories on Earth.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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