“熵”不起——生命以负熵为生

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University Chemistry ›› 2024, Vol. 39 ›› Issue (9): 151-156.doi: 10.12461/PKU.DXHX202402029

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For Entropy Hurts: Life Thrives on Negative Entropy

Qingcui Yang¹, Wen Liu¹, Li Cao¹, Chen Tang², Bing Xu¹, Jie Zhao¹

1 School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology, Xi'an 710055, China;
2 School of Language, Literature and Law, Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology, Xi'an 710055, China

Received:2024-02-19 Revised:2024-05-18 Published:2024-09-02
Contact: Qingcui Yang E-mail:yqcsrg@126.com

Abstract

Abstract: Starting with the emotional response of university students to Li Bai’s poems after watching the film “The Longest Day in Chang’an”, this paper delves into the concept of entropy and the principle of entropy increase. By introducing the origin and significance of entropy, the paper aims to elucidate the contents and connections of the three laws of thermodynamics. It further explores the implications of the principle of entropy increase on both life and everyday living. The paper reveals that the entire history of human evolution and the development of life is a narrative of combating entropy. To live a meaningful life, one must continuously strive against entropy, breaking free from comfort zones and maintaining self-discipline.

Key words: Entropy, Law of entropy increase, Negative entropy, Enlightenment

Qingcui Yang, Wen Liu, Li Cao, Chen Tang, Bing Xu, Jie Zhao. For Entropy Hurts: Life Thrives on Negative Entropy[J].University Chemistry, 2024, 39(9): 151-156.

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