Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution

Definition

The Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution is a statistical model that describes the distribution of speeds of particles in a gas. It shows the probability of finding particles with different speeds at a given temperature.

Related terms

Speed Distribution: The pattern or spread of particle speeds within a gas sample.

Energy Distribution: The pattern or spread of particle energies within a gas sample.

Kinetic Theory: A theory that explains the behavior of gases based on the motion and interaction of their particles.