Definition of free energy

Definitions

Noun

(physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs; "energy can take a wide variety of forms"

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Synonyms

energy

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More General Terms

physical phenomenon

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More Specific Terms

activation energy alternative energy atomic energy binding energy chemical energy electrical energy electricity energy level energy of activation energy state heat heat energy mechanical energy nuclear energy radiant energy radiation rest energy separation energy work

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