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Boltzmann Constant

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Key Stage 5

Meaning

The Boltzmann constant is the molar gas constant divided by the Avogadro constant.

About the Boltzmann Constant

Denoted as 𝑘 or 𝑘/subB 𝑘=1.38×10−23 k=1.38×10−23 J/K. Relates the average kinetic energy of particles in a gas with the temperature. Fundamental in the statistical description of physical systems.

Examples

Used in the ideal gas law: 𝑃 𝑉 = 𝑁 𝑘 𝑇 PV=NkT. Important in the study of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics.