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thermal equilibrium
noun
, Thermodynamics.
- the relationship between two systems connected only by a diathermic wall.
- the relationship between two isolated systems the states of which are such that no net transfer of energy would occur between them if they were connected by a diathermic wall.
thermal equilibrium
- The condition under which two substances in physical contact with each other exchange no heat energy. Two substances in thermal equilibrium are said to be at the same temperature .
- See also thermodynamics
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The emissivity increases with the temperature, else no state of thermal equilibrium could be reached.
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The angle of torsion when thermal equilibrium is reached, measures the intensity of the incident radiation.
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