Maxwell–Boltzmann Speed Distribution
This interactive simulator explores Maxwell–Boltzmann Distribution in Thermodynamics. Histogram of |v| from Gaussian components vs the 3D Maxwell speed PDF; T and sample size. Use the controls to change the scenario; watch the visualization and any graphs or readouts to connect the model with lectures, labs, and homework.
Who it's for: Best once you already know the basic definitions and want to build intuition. Typical context: Thermodynamics.
Key terms
- maxwell
- boltzmann
- distribution
- maxwell boltzmann
- thermodynamics
How it works
In equilibrium, classical particles in 3D have Gaussian momentum components. The distribution of speed |v| = √(v_x²+v_y²+v_z²) is not Gaussian: it rises from zero, peaks near the most probable speed, then falls exponentially.
Key equations
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