The Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution curve is a graph that shows the distribution of speeds of particles in a gas at a particular temperature. It illustrates the number of particles with different speeds and helps us understand the energy distribution within a gas.
Related terms
Kinetic energy: The energy an object possesses due to its motion. It depends on both mass and speed.
Collision frequency: The number of collisions between particles per unit time in a system, which affects reaction rates.
Activation energy: The minimum amount of energy required for a chemical reaction to occur. It determines if reactions will happen quickly or slowly.
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