Speed distribution function
Term · Chemistry · MLC-T-CHM-011171
A mathematical function that describes the probability of finding particles in a system with a particular speed. It provides insight into the range of speeds present within a collection of particles, such as gas molecules. The Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution is a common example for ideal gases.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CHM-011171 |
|---|---|
| Field | Chemistry |
| Subject | Physical and Biophysical Chemistry |
| References | Green Book, 2nd ed., p. 39 (https://goldbook.iupac.org/files/pdf/green_book_2ed.pdf) |
| See also | Probability density |
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