Absolute Zero Flashcards

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What is Absolute Zero?

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The lowest fixed points on the kelvin scale is at the lowest temperature possible. 0k is equivalent to -273 degrees.

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How do you convert to kelvin form degrees?

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+273

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?How do you convert to degrees form Kelvin?

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-273

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Give 2 points on absolute zero

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  • At 0K the kinetic energy of any substance is at its lowest possible value
  • Avergage Kinetic Energy of particles in a gas is proportional to the temperature of the gas on the Kelvin Scale
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Do you always have to convert degrees to Kelvin?

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Yes

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