Illustrating delta(E)=c2 delta(m)
Abstract
We present a thought experiment that involves a high sensitivity balance initially in a state of mechanical equilibrium but not in a state of thermal equilibrium. After reaching the state of thermal equilibrium it is no longer in a state of mechanical equilibrium.
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