Kelvin & Joule Link: Energy Unit Relationship?

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The discussion explores the relationship between the units Kelvin/second and Joule/second, questioning if Kelvin can represent an amount of energy similar to Joules. It highlights Boltzmann's constant as a crucial link between temperature and energy, analogous to how lightspeed connects time and length units. Participants consider the implications of this relationship in thermodynamics and energy transfer. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding these connections in physics. Ultimately, the link between temperature and energy is significant for comprehending energy units.
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Is there some kind of link between the units Kelvin/second and Joule/second? I'm thinking a value in Kelvin would represent an amount of energy, just as Joule. Or?
 
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Indeed, just as lightspeed is the link between time units and length units, so is Boltzman's constant the link between temperature and energy.
 
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