The hobbit is a unit of measurement for the mass of very small particles, particularly in the context of particle physics and quantum mechanics. It is defined as approximately \(10^{-27}\) kilograms. The name "hobbit" is a playful reference to the fictional creatures created by J.R.R. Tolkien, connecting to the unit's small scale. The use of such whimsical names is not uncommon in scientific communities, where similar conventions are used to make discussions about complex concepts more approachable.
New to topics? Read the docs here!