The Gibbs paradox and unidirectional fluxes

摘要: The Gibbs paradox is introduced by means of a particular example: the interdiffusion two molecular species through membrane. In limit when passing from distinct to that identical species, equation for dissipation (or, equivalently, entropy production) fails catastrophically. case an equilibrium system, one finds paradoxical situation zero net flux in conjunction with nonzero dissipation. A general analysis problem given terms metrical theory irreversible thermodynamics. Its mathematical structure provides criterion identity sufficient resolve paradox. Metrical aspects Principle Superposition are examined. paper ends discussion conceptual and physical difficulties poses idea unidirectional fluxes. particular, it demonstrated commonly held notion superposition inward outward violates Second Law.