Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gibbs
Noun
/ɡɪbz/
Definition
Gibbs refers to the thermodynamic concepts and principles formulated by Josiah Willard Gibbs, an American scientist known for his work in physical chemistry.
Examples
- The Gibbs Free Energy equation is essential in predicting the direction of chemical reactions.
- Understanding Gibbs’s thermodynamic principles is crucial for studying energy changes in reactions.
Meaning
In physics and chemistry, ‘Gibbs’ often relates to Gibbs Free Energy, which indicates the maximum reversible work obtainable from a closed system at constant temperature and pressure.
Synonyms
- Gibbs free energy
- Gibbs phase rule
