chapter 2 Flashcards
1
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thermal energy
A
the process where energy is transferred by vibrating particle in a substance
2
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why are metals good conductors
A
the free electrons in the material diffuse through the metal lattice passing on their kinetic energy
3
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specific heat capacity (equation)
A
energy=mass x specific heat capacity x change in temp
4
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specific heat capacity
A
the energy required to change 1kg of a substance by 1’C
5
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