Max Planck Word Search
Play a Max Planck word search free online. We built the 12-word list around the life, work, and legacy of a famous figure, then scattered it across a 15×15 grid — horizontal, vertical and diagonal. Find them all to clear the board.
Words to find: QUANTUM, PLANCK, PHYSICS, NOBEL, CONSTANT, RADIATION, BLACKBODY, ENERGY, GERMANY, BERLIN, PROFESSOR, CURIE.
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Max Planck word list, defined
- QUANTUM /ˈkwɒntəm/ · noun and adjective
- As a noun, a quantum is a discrete, indivisible unit of a physical quantity, especially the smallest possible amount of energy or other measurable property. As an adjective, it means relating to quantum theory, quantum mechanics, or phenomena governed by quantum physics. Related: subatomic, microscopic, atomic.
- PHYSICS /ˈfɪzɪks/ · noun
- The branch of natural science concerned with matter, energy, motion, force, and the interactions between physical objects and systems. Related: physical science, natural science, natural philosophy.
- CONSTANT /ˈkɒnstənt/ (UK); /ˈkɑːnstənt/ (US) · adjective; noun
- Occurring or remaining the same over time without change or interruption; faithful and unwavering in loyalty or purpose. As a noun, it denotes a quantity, value, or factor that stays fixed while others vary. Related: steady, unvarying, persistent, faithful.
- RADIATION /ˌreɪ.diˈeɪ.ʃən/ · noun
- The emission or transmission of energy as electromagnetic waves or particles, especially as a potentially harmful form of ionizing radiation. In medicine, the term also refers to treatment using radiant energy, such as X-rays or radiation therapy. Related: emission, rays, irradiation, radioactivity.
- ENERGY /ˈɛnərdʒi/ · noun
- The strength and vitality required for sustained physical or mental activity; in physics, the property of matter and radiation that is manifest as a capacity to perform work (such as causing motion or the interaction of molecules). Related: vigor, vitality, stamina, dynamism.
- BERLIN /bərˈlɪn/ · noun
- A historical four-wheeled, enclosed carriage with a curved body and a seat in front for the driver, popular in Europe from the 17th to 19th centuries. The term also refers to certain goods named after the German capital, such as fine wool used in embroidery (Berlin wool) and a type of glassware. Related: carriage, coach, chariot, landau.
- PROFESSOR /prəˈfɛsər/ (British), /prəˈfɛsɚ/ (US) · noun; verb
- A professor is an academic at a university or college, especially one holding a senior or distinguished position. In modern usage, the title normally refers to senior faculty members. Related: academic, educator, lecturer, teacher.
- CURIE /ˈkjʊəri/ · noun
- A former unit of radioactivity, equal to the amount of a radioactive substance that undergoes 3.7 × 10¹⁰ disintegrations per second; it has largely been superseded by the becquerel in scientific use. Related: becquerel, rutherford.
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