Absolute Zero Gas: Is Motion Possible?

In summary, at absolute zero, gas particles behave differently and form what is known as a Bose-Einstein Condensate. They do not stop moving completely, but instead their movement becomes unknown and their position becomes spread out. This phenomenon is a result of the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle.
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heavystray
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What happen to gas particles at absolute zero?
Is it possible that the particles will still be moving ?
Thanks in advance
 
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Read up on Bose-Einstein Condensates.

Is this a homework question?
 
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DaveC426913 said:
Read up on Bose-Einstein Condensates.

Is this a homework question?

The homework question is acctually a bit different. It says what is the characteristics of gas particles at absolute zero.
I read some articles that say the gas particles will stop moving
 
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heavystray said:
I read some articles that say the gas particles will stop moving
No. If they stopped moving they would violate HUP. What happens is that the atoms "smear out" into what's called Bose-Einstein Condensate.
Basically, the more their movement becomes known (i.e. approaches zero) the more their position becomes unknown (they smear out).
 
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DaveC426913 said:
No. If they stopped moving they would violate HUP. What happens is that the atoms "smear out" into what's called Bose-Einstein Condensate.
Basically, the more their movement becomes known (i.e. approaches zero) the more their position becomes unknown (they smear out).

thank you, really appreciate it
 

Related to Absolute Zero Gas: Is Motion Possible?

1. What is absolute zero gas?

Absolute zero gas is a theoretical gas that exists at the temperature of absolute zero, or 0 Kelvin. It is a gas in which all molecular motion and energy have ceased to exist.

2. Is absolute zero gas possible to achieve?

Currently, it is not possible to achieve absolute zero gas in a laboratory setting. However, scientists have been able to reach temperatures very close to absolute zero, such as 0.000000001 Kelvin.

3. Why is absolute zero gas important in science?

Absolute zero gas is important in science because it allows us to understand the behavior of matter at extreme temperatures. It also helps us to understand the properties of gases and how they behave at different temperatures.

4. Can motion occur at absolute zero temperature?

No, at absolute zero temperature, all molecular motion ceases to exist. This is because molecular motion is caused by thermal energy, and at absolute zero, there is no thermal energy present.

5. What are the potential applications of absolute zero gas?

One potential application of absolute zero gas is in the field of superconductivity. At extremely low temperatures, some materials are able to conduct electricity with zero resistance. Understanding absolute zero gas can help scientists develop new materials for more efficient energy transmission. Absolute zero gas is also important in the study of quantum mechanics and the behavior of subatomic particles.

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