Chapter 16 - Temperature & Heat Flashcards
1
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What is the 0th Law of Thermodynamics?
A
If 2 systems have the same temperature then they are in thermal equilibrium
2
Q
What is thermodynamic equilibrium?
A
3
Q
How does pressure relate to temperature?
A
4
Q
How is conduction different to convection?
A
Conduction is heat transfer through solid objects, convection occurs through fluids
5
Q
What is the R-factor?
A
6
Q
What are 3 common ways of heat transfer?
A
Convection, conduction & radiation
7
Q
What happens to the change in temperature as conductivity increases?
A
Change in temperature decreases
8
Q
What happens to the change in temperature for a material with a low conductivity?
A
Change in temperature decreases