Chirality and the second law of thermodynamics

In a recent series of articles, Gilat has proposed that the interaction between a chiral molecule and a solvent can lead to an ordering mechanism. This proposal conflicts with the second law of thermodynamics.

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Published in:Chemical physics letters 1987-06, Vol.137 (5), p.491-491
Main Authors: Tannhauser, D.S., Kuper, C.G.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:In a recent series of articles, Gilat has proposed that the interaction between a chiral molecule and a solvent can lead to an ordering mechanism. This proposal conflicts with the second law of thermodynamics.
ISSN:0009-2614
1873-4448
DOI:10.1016/0009-2614(87)80240-3