Willard Gibbs Quotes

A collection of quotes by Willard Gibbs.

Willard Gibbs (1839-1903) was an American mathematical physicist and chemist. He is best known for his contributions to the fields of thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, and physical chemistry. Gibbs developed the principles of phase equilibria and advanced the concept of chemical potential, significantly influencing chemical and physical sciences. His groundbreaking works, including "On the Equilibrium of Heterogeneous Substances" and "The Collected Works of J. Willard Gibbs," laid the foundation for modern physical chemistry and led to the development of classical thermodynamics. His work revolutionized our understanding of energy transformations and the behavior of matter.