Thermal Equilibrium (HSC SSCE Physics): Flashcards

If A & B each in equilibrium with C, A & B in equilibrium

Same temperature, no net heat transfer between objects

Balanced in both directions, particles still colliding

Remains constant despite continuous energy addition

Energy breaks bonds (potential), not kinetic energy increase

Heat lost by hotter = heat gained by cooler

$0°\text{C}$

$100°\text{C}$

Two different metals welded together

Different metals have different expansion coefficients