From Randomness and Entropy to the Arrow of Time

Lena Zuchowski (University of Bristol)

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English

Cambridge University Press
14 March 2024

Philosophy of science; Thermodynamics & heat; Statistical physics

Series: Elements in the Philosophy of Physics

The Element reconstructs, analyses and compares different derivational routes to a grounding of the Arrow of Time in entropy. It also evaluates the link between entropy and visible disorder, and the related claim of an alignment of the Arrow of Time with a development from order to visible disorder. The Element identifies three different entropy-groundings for the Arrow of Time: (i) the Empirical Arrow of Time, (ii) the Universal Statistical Arrow of Time, and (iii) the Local Statistical Arrow of Time. The Element will also demonstrate that it is unlikely that high entropy states will always coincide with visible disorder. Therefore, it will dispute that there is a strong link between the Arrow of Time and visible disorder.

By: Lena Zuchowski (University of Bristol)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 230mm, Width: 150mm, Spine: 5mm
Weight: 140g
ISBN: 9781009217309
ISBN 10: 1009217305
Series: Elements in the Philosophy of Physics
Pages: 82
Publication Date: 14 March 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

1. Introduction; 2. Three ways to define randomness and disorder; 3. Two approaches to entropy; 4. Two versions of the second law; 5. Three arrows of time; 6. Conclusions; Bibliography.