Thermodynamics (HSC SSCE Physics): Quizzes
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If object A is at thermal equilibrium with C, and B is at equilibrium with C, what can we conclude?
If object A is at thermal equilibrium with C, and B is at equilibrium with C, what can we conclude?
A and B are at thermal equilibrium
What happens to particle collisions when two objects reach thermal equilibrium?
What happens to particle collisions when two objects reach thermal equilibrium?
They continue but energy exchange balances
What does a flat section on a heating curve indicate?
What does a flat section on a heating curve indicate?
A phase change is occurring
Why doesn't temperature increase during melting at ?
Why doesn't temperature increase during melting at ?
Energy breaks bonds not increases KE
When substances at different temperatures mix, what energy relationship holds true?
When substances at different temperatures mix, what energy relationship holds true?
Heat lost by hot = heat gained by cold
What two fixed points are used to calibrate a mercury thermometer?
What two fixed points are used to calibrate a mercury thermometer?
and
Which three conditions must be met for temperature to increase in direct proportion to energy added?
Which three conditions must be met for temperature to increase in direct proportion to energy added?
No phase change, constant mass, steady input
What property does a thermocouple thermometer utilise?
What property does a thermocouple thermometer utilise?
Electrical properties of metals vary with T
How do bimetallic strips work as temperature sensors?
How do bimetallic strips work as temperature sensors?
Different metals expand at different rates
What practical application does the zeroth law of thermodynamics provide?
What practical application does the zeroth law of thermodynamics provide?
Foundation for temperature measurement