Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Joules.
Joules - as a noun
English physicist who established the mechanical theory of heat and discovered the first law of thermodynamics (1818-1889)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
james prescott jouleA unit of electrical energy equal to the work done when a current of one ampere passes through a resistance of one ohm for one second
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
jwatt secondExample Sentences
"The scientific unit of energy, joules, is named after James Prescott Joule."
"To heat a cup of water, it takes approximately 4186 joules of energy."
"In physics, work done is the product of force and the distance moved in the direction of force, measured in joules."
"The energy released by the explosion was estimated to be equivalent to 10 million joules."
"A bolt of lightning can carry millions of joules of electrical energy."
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Yes, joules is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
JOULES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
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