Relation Thermodynamics

The Theory of Society by Wayne M. Angel, Ph.D.

Relation Thermodynamics

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Thermodynamics of physical systems is a well defined and well established body of knowledge. "It is a subject of great generality, applicable to systems of elaborate structure with all manner of complex mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties." [Callen, 1960, 7]. In this section I will extend the concepts and general plan of the thermodynamics of physical systems to the thermodynamics of relation systems. In this I will parallel H. B. Callen's text "Thermodynamics" [1960]. I will quote Callen extensively. Even where I do not specifically quote Callen I am still copying the conceptual plan of his text very closely.

I will begin with a general response to the question, "What is thermodynamics of human relation systems?"