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Vocabulary Entry
boltzmann
|noun • adjective
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noun
A term referring primarily to a concept in statistical mechanics and probability theory, named after Ludwig Boltzmann, a 19th-century physicist who contributed to the theory of thermodynamics.
Example Sentences
"The Boltzmann distribution describes the distribution of particles over various energy states."
"Understanding Boltzmann's constant is essential for calculating the entropy of a system."
"Many phenomena in statistical mechanics can be explained using the principles established by Boltzmann."
A
adjective
Pertaining to Boltzmann or his theories, particularly in the context of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics.
Example Sentences
"The Boltzmann equation provides insights into the behavior of gas particles."
"Researchers are studying Boltzmann kinetics in relation to fluid dynamics."
"Boltzmann models are often applied in computational physics."