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Clausius

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Clau·si·us  (klouz-s), Rudolf 1822-1888.
German mathematician and physicist noted for his contributions to the laws of thermodynamics.


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Further work by scientists such as James Clerk Maxwell, Ludwig Boltzmann, and Ruldolf Clausius led to the laws of thermodynamics, which would overturn Newton's errant rules.
49ers at Broncos (-7): Terrell Owens' 20-reception, 283-yard performance brings to mind German physicist Rudolf Clausius formulating the second law of thermodynamics and the kinetic theory of gases.
Explains Gaming Commission spokesman Bill Clausius, "It's paternalistic to suggest we should be stepping in and blocking bad business deals.
 
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