fundamental constant
"Fundamental constants" are unchanging values crucial for understanding and describing the universe's physical laws.
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Definition
C1Physics
(technical, academic)A physical quantity that remains the same across all conditions and appears in the fundamental laws of physics.
Example
- The speed of light is a fundamental constant used in many physics equations.
- The gravitational constant helps scientists calculate the force of gravity between two objects.
C1General Science
(technical, academic)A numerical value that describes a basic property of the universe, crucial for scientific theories.
Example
- Fundamental constants like the fine-structure constant are essential for making accurate predictions in physics and chemistry.
- Understanding fundamental constants helps in explaining the behavior of the natural world.
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