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Entropy fuels all chemical reactions. Atoms wouldn't be able to recombine into molecules without the entropy. The Wiki article tries to build some higher abstractions but it is simple as that.

No entropy (absolute zero temperature) leads to the absence of Brownian motion which consequently leads to inability of atoms to recombine and form new matter. All chemical reactions would totally stop at 0 degrees.

Life would not be possible without chemical reactions. Entropy is invisible fuel that powers everything and makes things tick.



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