# Physicists prove a long-suspected quantum speed limit for thermalization

- Source: Phys.org
- Published: 2026-10-18T17:20:01+00:00
- Category: Science
- Original: https://phys.org/news/2026-10-physicists-quantum-limit-thermalization.html
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/physicists-prove-a-long-suspected-quantum-speed-limit-for-thermalizati-c72d72/

Whether we are waiting for a car windshield to defrost in winter or a warm drink to cool down, how long it takes for an object to settle into a stable, even temperature within its environment (thermal equilibrium) depends on numerous factors. These can include surface area, the material properties of an object and airflow.

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