Max Planck

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nounmasculine
Max Planck
1. German theoretical physicist (1858-1947) who originated the quantum theory and won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1918
Max Planck's groundbreaking work on quantum mechanics revolutionized modern physics.
O trabalho revolucionário de Max Planck sobre mecânica quântica transformou a física moderna.
2. A unit of action in physics, also known as Planck's constant
The value of Max Planck's constant is approximately 6.626 × 10⁻³⁴ joule-seconds.
O valor da constante de Max Planck é aproximadamente 6,626 × 10⁻³⁴ joule-segundos.
Max Planck is universally recognized in both English and Portuguese-speaking scientific communities as a foundational figure in modern physics. His contributions to quantum theory are considered essential to 20th-century scientific advancement. The Max Planck Society, founded in his name in Germany, is one of the world's leading research organizations and is known as 'Sociedade Max Planck' in Portuguese. His name is often used in scientific nomenclature (Planck constant, Planck units, etc.) across all languages.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
PlanckMax Karl Ernst Ludwig Planck

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
Max Planck
Used as a proper noun without translation; commonly referenced in scientific contexts
Portugal
Max Planck
Used identically to Brazilian Portuguese in academic and scientific settings
General English
Max Planck
Standard usage in physics, history, and academic contexts worldwide

Related Words

quantum theoryPlanck's constantblack body radiationquantum mechanicsNobel Prizetheoretical physics

Related Idioms & Phrases

Planck's constant
Planck scale
Planck length
Planck time
quantum of action
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