5.1 Thermal Physics Flashcards
1
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Define Temperature
A
Temperature is a measure of the hotness of an object on a chosen scale
2
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Describe how the Celcius scale is marked?
A
The celcius scale marks 0°C as the melting point of pure ice
It marks 100°C as the boiling point of water
3
Q
What does a temperature scale need?
A
A temperature scale needs two fixed points at defined temperatures
The temperature of other objects can then be defined as a position on this scale
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