Definitions

1. noun

A unit of energy used in the International System of Units, equal to 1.380 649 × 10^-23 joule.

“The scientist calculated the thermal energy using Boltzmann units.”

2. adjective

Related to Ludwig Boltzmann, an Austrian physicist, or to his work on statistical mechanics.

“The Boltzmann equation is a fundamental concept in statistical physics.”

3. proper noun

Ludwig Boltzmann, an Austrian physicist who made significant contributions to the development of statistical mechanics and the kinetic theory of gases.

“Boltzmann’s work on the second law of thermodynamics is still widely studied today.”