What does the abbreviation K stand for is science measuring?

Answer 1

The letter K can have many meanings both as a capital (K) and a small letter (k). In physical science alone it can mean:

• K potassium
• k angular wavenumber of a wave
• K the symbol that represents a kaon
• k the spring constant in Hooke's law
• k or kB the Boltzmann constant
• K equilibrium constant
• k thermal conductivity
• k the Gaussian gravitational constant

In other sciences it can have other meanings:

• K the amino acid lysine
• K, the carrying capacity of an environment
• K carat applied to gold
• K the Cretaceous geological period

Answer 2

In science, the abbreviation "K" typically stands for Kelvin, which is the unit of measurement for temperature in the International System of Units (SI).

Answer 3

"kilo" , potasium